1 serving (120 grams) contains 300 calories, 10.0 grams of protein, 12.0 grams of fat, and 35.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 24 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1000.0 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 70.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6 g | 21% | |
| Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| protein | 20.0 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 400.0 mg | 8% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Pupusua
Pupusua is a traditional Salvadoran dish, akin to a thick stuffed tortilla or flatbread, made from masa harina (corn flour) or rice flour. It's typically filled with combinations of cheese, cooked pork, or refried beans, and occasionally includes squash or loroco, a native edible flower. Representing Central American cuisine, pupusua is often served with curtido, a tangy cabbage slaw, and a mild tomato salsa. While high in carbohydrates from the masa base, pupusua offers protein from its fillings, especially when containing beans or meat. The cabbage in curtido provides fiber and vitamins, enhancing its nutritional profile. However, depending on the ratio of cheese and pork, it may be higher in saturated fats. Pupusua is often enjoyed as a filling meal or snack, but balancing its composition with leaner fillings and moderate portions helps maximize its nutritional benefits while managing calorie intake.
