Reina Pepiada - Paleo Cooking with Nick Massie

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is more affordable and convenient.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumber

Mashed peas provide creaminess at a lower cost.

arepa flour

🥗Healthier: cornmeal

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

All-purpose flour is more accessible and cheaper.

Mix arepa flour, water, and salt in a bowl until a dough forms.

Knead the dough gently for a few minutes until smooth.

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each into a disc.

Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with olive oil.

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

Remove the arepas from the skillet and let them cool slightly.

In a separate bowl, shred the cooked chicken and mix with mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, onion, garlic, and black pepper.

Slice the arepas open to create a pocket.

Fill each arepa with the chicken mixture and add slices of avocado, lettuce, and tomato.

Top with cheese if desired and serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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