Colombian MASTERCHEF Winner Cooks Me COLOMBIAN BREAKFAST!! Arepas, Hogao & Coffee in Miami, Florida

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.

Harvest scallions from the garden.

Chop the scallions and set them aside.

In a bowl, whisk together 4 eggs with Himalayan salt, incorporating air for fluffiness.

Prepare ghee by clarifying butter, then add spices: turmeric, paprika, and cumin to the pan.

Add chopped onion to the pan and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes, covered.

Add whole cherry tomatoes to the pan and cover again for 5 minutes to let them cook down.

In a separate bowl, mix pre-cooked corn flour with water and salt to form a dough.

Shape the dough into discs for the arepas.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the arepas for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Assemble the arepas by topping them with the egg mixture and cheese.

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