How to Make Arepas Step-By-Step (Arepas Recipe)

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: queso blanco

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

corn flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: regular flour

Whole grain flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Mix 2 cups of arapa flour, a couple pinches of salt, and 2.5 cups of water in a bowl until a dough forms.

Let the dough rest for 3 to 5 minutes.

Divide the dough into portions the size of a large golf ball and flatten into discs about 1/2 inch thick.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil or butter.

Cook the discs for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Optionally, finish cooking in a toaster oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes to brown further.

Serve warm, optionally stuffed with cheese or other fillings.

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