COLOMBIAN AREPAS DE CHOCOLO OR CHOCLO | How To Make Sweet Corn Arepas | SyS

fresh corn

🥗Healthier: frozen corn

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Frozen corn is often more affordable and retains sweetness.

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and can be used for cooking.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and adds a nutty flavor.

Grind sweet corn in a small food processor or blender until blended.

Set the blended corn aside.

In a large bowl, add pre-cooked cornmeal.

Add brown sugar and a little bit of salt to the cornmeal and mix well.

Add shredded mozzarella cheese (optional) to the mixture.

Add milk to the bowl.

Add the corn puree to the mixture.

Add melted butter to the bowl and mix everything well.

Melt some butter in a large pan over medium heat.

Add about 1/4 cup to half a cup of the batter to the pan, flattening it in the center and rounding the edges with a spatula to shape it.

Cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side or until golden brown, covering with a lid to melt the cheese if added.

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