Pupusas, handmade thick stuffed corn tortillas, are a traditional dish from El Salvador.
Pupusas are a popular Salvadoran dish made from masa, a type of corn dough, that is stuffed with various fillings such as cheese, beans, and meat. The dough is flattened into a round shape, and the filling is added to the center before the dough is folded over and shaped into a thick, round tortilla. The pupusa is then cooked on a griddle or comal until the outside is crispy and the filling is hot and melted. Pupusas are often served with a side of curtido, a pickled cabbage slaw, and a tomato sauce called salsa roja. Pupusas are a staple food in El Salvador and are also popular in other Central American countries and in many Latino communities in the United States.