How to Cook a Traditional Venezuelan Breakfast

arepas

🥗Healthier: cauliflower arepas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Cauliflower arepas lower carbs while maintaining flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Tofu provides protein with fewer calories.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein and fiber.

Prepare the arepas by mixing corn flour with water and salt until a dough forms.

Shape the dough into patties and cook on a hot griddle until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes until soft, about 5 minutes.

Add beaten eggs to the skillet and scramble until fully cooked, about 3-4 minutes.

Serve the arepas open-faced and fill with scrambled eggs and sautéed vegetables.

Top with cheese, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro as desired.

On the side, serve black beans seasoned with salt and cilantro.

Optionally, include cooked pork or beef for a heartier meal.

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