Arepas
Arepas are delightful corn cakes with a crispy exterior and fluffy interior, perfect for any meal. These versatile treats can be filled with your favorite ingredients, from cheese to avocado, making them a crowd-pleaser at family gatherings or casual brunches. Enjoy the comforting aroma and taste of these easy-to-make treats that will leave everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pre-cooked cornmeal (masa harina)
- 2 cups warm water
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
- Your choice of fillings (cheese, avocado, shredded meat)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal and salt. Gradually add warm water until a soft dough forms.
- Divide the dough into equal portions, roll into balls, and flatten them to about 1 inch thick.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry each arepa for 4-5 minutes per side until golden.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), transfer fried arepas to a baking sheet, and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Slice open cooled arepas and stuff with your preferred fillings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arepa (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg