If you’ve been sleeping on the pupusa game at Costco, it’s time to wake up! Del Real just brought their Queso Con Rajas Pupusas to the warehouse, and these authentic Salvadoran treats are about to become your new freezer staple.
These are thick, handmade-style corn masa cakes stuffed with a melty blend of cheese and roasted poblano peppers (that’s what “rajas” means). They come ready to heat up on your griddle or skillet, making them a surprisingly quick option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The filling ratio is generous—you’re getting actual cheese pull action here, not just a sad smear of dairy.
Del Real has a solid reputation for authentic Mexican and Central American foods, and these pupusas deliver on flavor. The masa has that slightly tangy, corn-forward taste you want, and the poblanos add a mild, earthy heat without being spicy. That said, they do take a bit of practice to cook properly—too high heat and the outside burns before the inside warms through. Low and slow is the way to go, which means they’re not quite as “quick” as some frozen options.
- Item #: 1804849
- Current Price: $12.49
- Frozen pupusas filled with cheese and roasted poblano peppers (rajas)
- Authentic Salvadoran-style thick corn masa cakes
- Ready to cook from the fridge on a griddle or skillet
- Great for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or snacks
- Serve with curtido (pickled cabbage slaw) and salsa for traditional experience
Bottom Line: These are a fantastic find if you love pupusas or want to try something beyond the usual frozen aisle suspects. Just budget an extra few minutes for proper cooking, and maybe grab some curtido while you’re at it!