COLOMBIAN AREPAS
Taken from epicurious .com and posted for ZWT. Originally published in Gourmet magazine - September 2007. "These tasty cornmeal cakes can be found grilled, baked, or fried in several Latin American countries. We love this Colombian version-the outside fries up crisp and golden, while the cheesy middle stays wonderfully moist. They can be eaten as a side dish or paired with hot chocolate for an afternoon snack."
Provided by alligirl
Categories Cheese
Time 35m
Yield 10-12 arepas (cornmeal cakes), 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Toss together arepa flour, cheese, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl, then stir in water until incorporated.
- Let stand until enough water is absorbed for a soft dough to form, 1 to 2 minutes (dough will continue to stiffen).
- Form 3 level tablespoons dough into 1 ball and flatten between your palms, gently pressing to form a 1/4-inch-thick patty (2 1/2 to 2 3/4 inches wide), then gently press around side to eliminate cracks. Transfer to a wax-paper-lined surface.
- Form more disks with remaining dough in same manner, transferring to wax-paper-lined surface.
- Heat oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then fry arepas in 2 batches, turning over once, until deep golden in patches, 8 to 10 minutes total per batch.
- Drain on paper towels.
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Rahima Tahir
[email protected]I'm allergic to corn, so I wasn't able to try these arepas. But they sure did look delicious!
Saadat Ch Official
[email protected]These arepas were a fun and easy project to make with my kids. They loved helping me mix the dough and cook the arepas.
Ivy Tawananyasha
[email protected]I made these arepas for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Malik Haseb
[email protected]These arepas were a great way to use up leftover cornmeal. They were easy to make and very tasty.
Wickus Steyn
[email protected]Not bad, but not great. I've had better arepas.
zeemi mark
[email protected]These arepas were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more salt and spices next time.
Basmati Devi
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of arepas, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! They were actually really good. The dough was soft and fluffy and the filling was flavorful.
Hema Bhagat
[email protected]These arepas were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were definitely worth it. The flavor was amazing! I loved the combination of sweet and savory.
mohamed shahin
[email protected]These arepas were a great success! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I served them with a variety of toppings, including cheese, avocado, and salsa.
Ron Car
[email protected]I've made arepas before, but this recipe was by far the best. The addition of cornmeal to the dough gave them a great texture and flavor. They were also very easy to make, which is always a bonus.
Tomoraki
[email protected]These arepas were absolutely delicious! The dough was easy to work with and the cooking process was simple. I loved the crispy exterior and the soft and fluffy interior. I served them with butter and cheese and they were a hit with my family.