How To Make Cheese-Stuffed Arepas/Como Hacer Arepas Con Queso

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: queso blanco

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

arepa flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Cornmeal is often more accessible and less expensive.

Mix arepa flour, water, and salt in a bowl until a dough forms.

Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into balls.

Flatten each ball into a disc about half an inch thick.

Place cheese in the center of half the discs.

Cover with the remaining discs and seal the edges by pressing firmly.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Cook the arepas for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Add butter to the skillet for extra flavor while cooking, if desired.

Serve warm with additional cheese or toppings as preferred.

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