How to Make The Best Colombian Arepas | Easy Recipe Using a Panini Press | The Frugal Chef

corn flour

🥗Healthier: whole grain flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole grain flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor without dairy.

meat

🥗Healthier: grilled vegetables

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Vegetables or beans offer a nutritious, budget-friendly filling.

Add 1 cup of ara flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a bowl.

Pour in 1 cup of warm milk and add 1 tablespoon of softened butter.

Knead the mixture by hand until a nice dough forms.

Let the dough rest for about 5 minutes to absorb the liquid.

Divide the dough into about 8 equal portions and shape each into a ball.

Flatten the balls slightly to form discs, making them thinner if cooking on the stove.

Cook the arepas in a panini grill for about 4-5 minutes per side until browned.

Brush the grill with a little butter before cooking.

Check for nice grill lines and remove when done.

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