Homemade arepas from El Puente Venezuelan Food

pre-cooked cornmeal

💰Cheaper: regular cornmeal

Regular cornmeal can be used but requires longer cooking time and different texture.

water

salt

oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while vegetable oil is more economical.

Mix white corn flour, water, and salt in a bowl to make the masa.

Pat the masa by hand to shape it into discs.

Fry the discs in a pan until cooked.

Add seasonings like salt and pepper to the chicken and mix with vegetables.

Serve with grilled steak or chicken.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary