EASY RECIPE TO MAKE WITH CHILDREN | MAKE COLOMBIAN AREPAS WITH ME AND MY TODDLER

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

meat

🥗Healthier: grilled vegetables

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Grilled vegetables provide a hearty filling that is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats and is a versatile cooking option.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt maintains creaminess with lower fat content.

Combine cornmeal, 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 discs.

Heat a skillet or grill over medium heat until hot.

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

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving.

Slice open the arepas and fill with cheese, meat, or vegetables as desired.

Top with avocado, tomato, onion, and herbs for added flavor.

Cooking Techniques

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