VERY EASY Arepa Recipe| Only 3 Ingredients!

corn flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain corn flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole grain corn flour is more nutritious, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese offers a healthier option, while processed cheese can be more budget-friendly.

meat

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Lean turkey is a healthier protein choice, while chicken thighs are often cheaper than other cuts.

Add warm water to a bowl and add some salt, stirring to dissolve.

Slowly stream the water and salt mixture into the corn flour.

Mix until the dough forms a mass with no dry bits.

Cover the dough and let it rest for five minutes.

Roll the dough into a rough ball, then flatten it into a disc shape using the palms of your hands.

Smooth out the edges with your fingers.

If there are cracks in the disc, dip your finger in water and place it on the crack to smooth it out.

Preheat a skillet and add oil.

Cook each side of the arepas for about three to four minutes or until the surface is sealed.

Use gentle pressure with your fingertips to check if the arepas move easily before flipping them.

Once cooked on both sides, remove the arepas and place them on a lined baking sheet.

Bake the arepas in the oven for 20 minutes.

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