Arepa
Traditional corn flour cakes, cooked on a skillet and finished in the oven until crisp outside and hollow-sounding when tapped.
- 35 min
- 110 kcal
- Vegetarian
- Bread
- Side dish
Mellowpan tip: Makes 4 servings, so there’s room for leftovers. Plan them into your week.
Ingredients
For 4 servings
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Steps
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Step 1:
Put the corn flour in a bowl. Add the salted warm water little by little, mixing until all the water has been used and the flour forms a dough.
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Step 2:
Let the dough rest for 5 minutes.
5 min -
Step 3:
Shape the dough into round rolls about 3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
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Step 4:
In a lightly greased skillet, slowly cook the arepas until a crust forms on each side.
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Step 5:
Place the arepas in a casserole and bake at 350 degrees for approximately 20 minutes, until they sound hollow when tapped.
20 min -
Step 6:
For enhanced flavor, chicken or beef broth may be used instead of water.
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