Arepas Recipe | How To Make Authentic Venezuelan Arepas At Home | Tuna And Cheese Arepas #arepas

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

canned tuna

🥗Healthier: fresh tuna

💰Cheaper: canned salmon

Canned salmon is often more affordable and offers similar taste.

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 each into a patty.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Cook each patty for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.

In a separate bowl, combine canned tuna, chopped onion, bell pepper, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.

Slice the cooked arepas open to create pockets.

Fill each arepa with the tuna mixture and add cheese.

Optionally, add sliced avocado for extra creaminess.

Serve warm with additional lime wedges.

Cooking Techniques

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