The arepa is an iconic food in the gastronomy of Colombia and Venezuela, with pre-Columbian roots. It is made from precooked corn flour and is characterized by its round, flat shape, which is browned to perfection in a skillet. Its versatility makes it the perfect canvas for all kinds of fillings: from cheeses, shredded meats, eggs, to avocado or simply butter.
This arepa recipe is ideal for beginners, as its difficulty is low and the result is always delicious. The key is to achieve a moist but manageable dough that does not stick to your fingers. By adding fresh cheese to the dough, you get juicier and tastier arepas, perfect to accompany any meal of the day.
On our page you will find various meat preparations that go very well with this dish, especially a delicious Venezuelan shredded beef. Go ahead and prepare them and surprise your family with a traditional bite full of flavor.
Prep
7 min
Cook
5 min
Servings
4
Calories
215 kcal
Mix the flour with the cheese and salt, add the butter and gradually add the water until you get a consistency similar to puree, slightly moist but that can be touched and barely sticks to your fingers.
Heat some butter or oil in a non-stick pan.
First make a dough ball and flatten it with your hand, then put it in the pan and leave it until it is browned on the bottom, then turn it over so that it is browned on the other.
Repeat the process until you finish the rest of the dough.
