Recipe of How to make arepas
Arepa is a food of pre-Columbian origin from Colombia and Venezuela, made from ground dry corn dough or pre-cooked corn flour, in a circular and flattened shape. It is traditionally consumed in the cuisines of both countries.
Today we show you how to make arepas, so that you can dare to try them and fill them with whatever you like best. On our page you will find various meat preparations that go very well with this dish, especially delicious Venezuelan shredded meatRecipe Summary
Preparation
7 min
Cooking
5 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Category
Breads and pastries
Ingredients
- 150 g of cornmeal can be white or yellow
- 150 g of crumbled fresh cheese
- salt
- 60 g of melted butter
- Water needed
Join me and let's see how to make How to make arepas
Instructions:
- 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.
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare How to make arepas and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of How to make arepas to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Easy difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 7 minutes and the cooking time is 5 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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