Arepas de pernil is a traditional Venezuelan dish that consists of a cornmeal flatbread filled with shredded pork. The arepas are typically made with precooked cornmeal, which is mixed with water and salt to form a dough. The dough is then shaped into small balls and flattened into thin rounds. The arepas are then cooked on a griddle or in a frying pan until they are golden brown and crispy. The shredded pork filling is typically made with pork shoulder or pork loin, which is cooked in a flavorful broth until it is tender and juicy. The shredded pork is then seasoned with a variety of spices, including cumin, oregano, and paprika. The arepas are then filled with the shredded pork and served with a variety of accompaniments, such as avocado, cheese, and salsa.
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PERNIL
Steps:
- Place the pork shoulder, fat-side up, on a cutting board. With a sharp knife, score the skin and fat in a cross-hatch pattern, making diagonal cuts about 1 1/2 inches apart and cutting down to the meat so the marinade can penetrate. Transfer the pork to a large re-sealable plastic bag set over a baking dish or bowl.
- To a blender, add the garlic, oregano, cilantro, cumin, lime juice, orange juice, chipotle and adobo sauce, 3 tablespoons salt and 1 tablespoon pepper. Drizzle in the olive oil and pulse until you have a nice puree. Pour the marinade all over the pork, being sure to get it into the deep cuts. Zip the bag closed and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Add about a 1/2 inch water to a roasting pan fitted with a roasting rack. Remove the pork from the marinade and place in the center of the rack.
- Cover with foil and roast until the pork is fork tender and deep brown in color, 4 hours. Check on the pork after 3 1/2 hours; if skin is not deep brown, remove the foil for last 30 minutes. Transfer the pork to cutting board and let rest for 20 minutes before slicing into thick pieces. Spoon any remaining pan juices over the meat to serve.
BEST PERNIL EVER
This is the traditional Puerto Rican holiday meal. My Grandma's recipe is unique because she marinates the meat in wine overnight. This pork roast is the most tender, flavorful meat you'll ever taste. You won't need a knife.
Provided by Dinica
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Caribbean
Time P1DT6h5m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Crush garlic into small pieces in a mortar and pestle. Add olive oil, salt, oregano, and black pepper; mash into a paste.
- Make 12 deep incisions a few inches apart in the roast using a sharp knife. Pack the seasoned garlic paste evenly into the incisions and over the roast.
- Transfer roast to a large bowl. Pour in red wine, covering roast completely. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate in the refrigerator, 24 hours.
- Pour out red wine. Place roast fat-side up in a roasting pan; cover with aluminum foil. Let sit at room temperature, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place roast in the preheated oven; reduce temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Bake until slightly pink in the center, about 4 hours.
- Increase temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Uncover roast and continue baking until fat is crispy and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 160 degrees F (71 degrees C), about 1 hour more.
- Remove from oven and let rest before carving, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 104.3 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 374.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
AREPAS WITH BEEF BRISKET
Crispy on the outside and soft & chewy on the inside, these are a great food vessel for sandwiches like Gatira, Pernil or even Beef Brisket... VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zLnWMAfHz18
Provided by CLUBFOODY
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 6 arepas
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- To make the arepas; Preheat oven to 350ºF.
- Portion dough into 6 disks of 4 ½-inches in diameter by ¾-inches thick with slopped edges. If disks crack, add 1 more tablespoons hot water.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil. In batches of 3, cook arepas for 2 to 2 ½ minutes per side or until golden brown. Place them on a baking sheet lined with a silicone mat.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes or until they rise. Remove from the heat and cool for 7 minutes before slicing 2/3rds through forming a pocket. Stuff with beef brisket mixture and grated cheese.
- To make the beef brisket;.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoons oil. When hot, add onions and sauté for 2 minutes. Add peppers and cook for 3 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for only 1 minute. Add beef brisket and stir to mix before drizzling on ½ tablespoons olive oil to prevent from sticking. Stir in hot sauce, cover, reduce heat to low and keep warm until needed. Makes 6 arepas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.7, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 611.9, Carbohydrate 49.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 1.6, Protein 32.4
FAMILY AREPAS AS MADE BY CESAR RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: warm water, salt, arepa flour, canola oil, rotisserie chicken, avocados, lime, red onion, red bell pepper, garlic, mayonnaise, fresh cilantro, salt, pepper, ham, shredded cheddar cheese, chicken breast, onion, shredded cheddar cheese
Provided by Rie McClenny
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C)
- In a large bowl, combine the warm water and salt. Stir until the salt is dissolved.
- Slowly add the arepa flour while stirring. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding more water or flour. The dough is ready when it pulls away from the sides of the bowl and doesn't stick to your fingers.
- Grab a fist-sized ball of the dough and pass it from one hand to the other to pat into an even, flattened round. Pay attention to the edges so as to not leave cracks.
- Heat the oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the arepas, flipping once, until golden brown in color, 5-7 minutes on each side
- Transfer the arepas to the oven and cook for 15 minutes.
- Make the chicken avocado salad: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, avocados, lime juice, onion, bell pepper, garlic, mayonnaise, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
- Cut the arepas in half and stuff with the chicken avocado salad or your favorite fillings.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 614 calories, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 35 grams, Sugar 1 gram
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh and high-quality ingredients.
- When cooking the pork, be sure to season it generously with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance the flavor of the meat.
- When making the dough for the arepas, be sure to knead it well until it is smooth and elastic. This will help to ensure that the arepas are soft and fluffy.
- When cooking the arepas, be sure to cook them over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
- If you are using store-bought pork, be sure to shred it before using it in the recipe.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your arepas, such as cheese, vegetables, or herbs.
Conclusion:
Arepas de pernil are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting meal, give arepas de pernil a try!
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