Colombian Arepas

Colombian arepas made with mozzarella cheese are quick and easy to make with this recipe. They are usually served for breakfast, as a side dish, or even for a quick meal.


Cuisine · Latin American · South American · Colombian


Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Servings: 6
Total Time: 30 mins
Yield: 6 arepas

Ingredients

Ingredients List

  • 1 cup warm water

  • 1 cup pre-cooked white cornmeal (such as P.A.N.)

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • cooking spray


Directions

  1. Mix water, cornmeal, mozzarella cheese, butter, and salt together in a large bowl. Knead until well combined and a soft dough forms. Form dough into balls the size of a medium orange. Place each ball between two sheets of plastic wrap and flatten with a rolling pin to the desired thickness.

  2. Leaving plastic wrap in place, press the top edge of a cereal bowl or drinking glass into the surface of the dough to cut circles. Remove the plastic wrap and remove any excess dough scraps.

  3. Spray a griddle with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook arepas on the hot griddle until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Serve immediately.

Tips

If the dough is too dry, add a little bit more water. If it's too moist, add more cornmeal.


Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts
125 Calories
5g Fat
14g Carbs
6g Protein


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