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Arepas from Colombia

Basically the bread of Colombia, arepas are the basis for many toppings and often served alongside larger meals. These can work as a snack topped with cheese or butter; a side with breakfast, a vessel for soaking up stewed meats; or even a dinner topped with meat or vegetables. This version is the classic arepa de queso, featuring cheese inside and a buttery crisped exterior.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 10 mins Cook Time: 10 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins
Servings 4
Calories 349 calories
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Description

Basically the bread of Colombia, arepas are the basis for many toppings and often served alongside larger meals. These can work as a snack topped with cheese or butter; a side with breakfast, a vessel for soaking up stewed meats; or even a dinner topped with meat or vegetables. This version is the classic arepa de queso, featuring cheese inside and a buttery crisped exterior.

Ingredients
    Arepa Batter
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1.5 cup masarepa (yellow or white or combination)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
  • 1/3 cup Colombian cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 pinch salt
    • Cooking and Toppings
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Quesito Colombiano (sliced into squares)
Instructions
    Make Arepa Batter

  1. Add warm water to bowl. Add masarepa, melted butter, cheese, and salt. Mix thoroughly and let stand for 5 minutes.

  2. Knead with your hands for a few minutes, keeping your hands moist with water.

  3. Form the dough into small balls. Place them between 2 pieces of plastic wrap and flatten to about a 1/4 inch disks. Put disks aside.

    4. Fry Arepas

  4. Add butter to a non-stick pan or cast iron skillet. Heat over medium. Place arepas in the pan (about four at a time) and cook for 3-5 minutes or until golden on each side.

  5. Once flipped, add a slice of cheese to let it slowly melt. Serve with hogao (recipe below)

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Read it online: https://eatthisny.com/recipe/arepas-from-colombia/