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Pupusa Calculator — Masa, Cheese & Curtido Amounts

Get precise masa, filling, and curtido amounts for Salvadoran pupusas

Total Pupusas

12

Masa

720g

Cheese

180g

Serves

4

Masa Harina

720g
for 12 pupusas (1.6 lbs)
Water

600 ml

Cheese

180g

Curtido

240g cabbage

Salsa Roja

180 ml

Masa vs Filling

Masa720g
Cheese180g
Beans240g

Frijol con Queso (bean & cheese), serves ~4 people at 3 per person

Example Calculations

112 Frijol con Queso Pupusas

Inputs

Pupusas12
FillingFrijol con Queso
SizeRegular

Result

Masa720g
Water600 ml
Cheese180g
Beans240g

12 x 60g = 720g masa. Water = 12 x 50 = 600ml. Cheese = 12 x 15 = 180g. Beans = 12 x 20 = 240g.

220 Large Revueltas Pupusas

Inputs

Pupusas20
FillingRevueltas (mixed)
SizeLarge

Result

Masa1,800g
Cheese300g
Beans300g
Pork300g

20 x 60 x 1.5 (large) = 1,800g masa. Each filling = 20 x 10 x 1.5 = 300g.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q

How much masa harina do I need per pupusa?

Each regular 4-inch pupusa uses 60g of masa harina with 50ml of warm water. The dough should be moist and smooth. A batch of 12 pupusas needs 720g of masa harina.

  • Regular pupusa (4 inch): 60g masa per pupusa
  • Mini pupusa (3 inch): 36g masa per pupusa
  • Large pupusa (6 inch): 90g masa per pupusa
  • Water ratio: ~50ml per 60g masa
  • Let dough rest 10 minutes before shaping
SizeMasaFillingPer Person
Mini (3")36g21g4–5
Regular (4")60g35g3
Large (6")90g53g2
Q

What fillings are traditional for pupusas?

The classic fillings are queso (cheese only), frijol con queso (beans and cheese), chicharron (pork and cheese), and revueltas (all three mixed). Loroco with cheese is another popular Salvadoran option.

  • Queso: 30g cheese per pupusa
  • Frijol con queso: 15g cheese + 20g beans per pupusa
  • Chicharron: 15g cheese + 20g pork per pupusa
  • Revueltas (mixed): 10g each cheese, beans, pork
  • Use quesillo or mozzarella for melty cheese
Q

What is curtido and how much do I need?

Curtido is a lightly fermented cabbage slaw served with every pupusa. Each pupusa needs about 20g of shredded cabbage, 5g carrot, and 5ml vinegar. Make it 30 minutes to 24 hours ahead for best flavor.

  • Cabbage: 20g per pupusa
  • Carrot: 5g per pupusa (shredded)
  • Vinegar: 5ml per pupusa (apple cider or white)
  • Make 30 min to 24 hours ahead
  • Add oregano and a pinch of red pepper flakes
Q

How do I cook pupusas without them cracking?

Keep the masa dough moist (cover with damp towel), flatten to half-inch thickness, and ensure filling is completely sealed inside. Cook on a medium-high oiled griddle for 3–4 minutes per side.

  • Keep dough covered with damp towel
  • Flatten to half-inch even thickness
  • Seal filling completely (no gaps)
  • Medium-high heat, 3–4 minutes per side
  • If cracking: add 1–2 tbsp water to dough

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Last Updated: Mar 20, 2026

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