Arepa de Huevo Made From Popcorn

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpea flour

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chickpea flour is more economical.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while canola is often less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell pepper is milder and more affordable.

Prepare arepa dough by mixing corn flour and water until smooth.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape into discs.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Carefully make a slit in the side of each arepa to create a pocket.

Fry the arepas until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes each.

Remove arepas and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

In a separate bowl, beat eggs with salt and pepper until well combined.

Fill each arepa pocket with cheese and any desired fillings like onion or tomato.

Pour the beaten eggs into the arepa pocket, filling it generously.

Return the filled arepas to the hot oil and fry until the egg is set, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels again.

Serve hot, garnished with avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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