Tustacas are a wonderful appetizer that invites us to explore the marvelous flavors of El Salvador. This typical sweet bread is a fundamental part of the national gastronomy and, despite its regional origin, has become an ambassador for those visitors who wish to taste a piece of El Salvador.
They are a wonderful appetizer that invites us to explore the flavors of El Salvador. This typical sweet bread is part of the national gastronomy and has become an ambassador for visitors who wish to try a piece of El Salvador. With roots in the region, its history and significance are intertwined with the tradition and authentic flavor of Salvadoran cuisine.
Are you ready to cook this delight together?
Tustacas
Ingredients
2 cups of Corn flour maseca
2 cups of Grated cheese
½ cup of Lard or butter
½ cup of Cream
Water
1 cup of Grated sweet bundle
Preparation
Step 1 : Place the corn flour maseca in a bowl and knead until you get a homogeneous dough.
Step 2 : Add the cheese, cream, and lard, mixing well.
Step 3 : It is important not to add too much water to prevent the mixture from becoming liquid.
Step 4 : In another step, grind the grated sweet bundle, panela, piloncillo, cinnamon, pepper, and clove until you get a powder.
Step 5 : This mixture is used to decorate the tustacas, although it is optional.
Step 6 : Once the dough and the grated sweet bundle are ready, take a portion of dough, approximately the size of a soup spoon, form a ball, and flatten it to create a circular tortilla.
Step 7 : Place the tortilla in a baking dish.
Step 8 : Sprinkle the tortilla with the grated sweet bundle and spices and bake at 350 degrees Celsius for about 45 minutes, until the tustacas are golden and crispy, with a delicious sweet and spicy flavor.
Step 9 : Once baked, the tustacas are ready to be enjoyed.
