COLOMBIAN AREPAS
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 Ian Knauer
Categories Cheese Dairy Vegetable Fry Vegetarian Corn Gourmet
Yield Makes 10 to 12 cornmeal cakes
Number Of Ingredients 4
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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S M SAHADIUL
[email protected]These arepas were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They were so delicious and authentic.
Muhammad GAMER
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cornbread, but these arepas were actually really good. The flavor was great, and the texture was perfect.
Sapphire Villalvab barns
[email protected]These arepas were the perfect addition to my Colombian feast.
L W
[email protected]These arepas were a little too cheesy for my taste, but overall they were still pretty good.
Grant Kitterman
[email protected]I've made these arepas several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so versatile, and you can fill them with anything you like.
Mu'aaz Abbaa maccaa
[email protected]These arepas were a great way to use up some leftover cornmeal. They were easy to make and really tasty.
Raja Abdullah
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my arepas turned out really dry. I followed the recipe exactly, but they just didn't come out right.
Prodip Marma
[email protected]These arepas were really good! I especially liked the crispy edges.
Methembe Lunga
[email protected]Meh.
Malik Zafar
[email protected]These arepas were a disaster! The dough was too sticky, and the filling was bland. I ended up throwing them away.
azhar ahmed
[email protected]Not bad, but not great. I think I prefer traditional Colombian arepas.
Sammy Babyboosexy
[email protected]So easy to make and so delicious! I'll definitely be making these again.
Thomas zakhele Mhlanga
[email protected]These arepas were amazing! The dough was perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The filling was also delicious.
Sameer Iqbal
[email protected]These arepas were a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding some more butter or milk next time.
Israel Femi
[email protected]I've never had arepas before, but these were delicious! The cornmeal flavor was really unique, and the filling was flavorful and cheesy.
K Logan
[email protected]These arepas were a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved them, and they were so easy to make. I will definitely be making them again.