Description
Learn how to make authentic Colombian arepas, a versatile cornmeal staple. This recipe guides you through creating delicious Colombian corn cakes, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Masarepa (pre-cooked white cornmeal)
- 2.5 cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup grated white cheese (optional, for cheese arepas)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the Masarepa and salt.
- Gradually add the warm water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
- If making cheese arepas, knead in the grated cheese.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape them into flat patties, about 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat.
- Cook each Colombian arepa for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. For crispy Colombian arepas, cook a little longer.
- Serve your traditional Colombian arepas warm with your favorite fillings.
Notes
- Masarepa is essential for authentic Colombian arepas. Do not substitute with regular cornmeal.
- Adjust water amount if dough is too sticky or too dry.
- Experiment with different cheese types for Colombian cheese arepas.
- These Colombian corn cakes can be served with various Colombian arepas fillings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: Colombian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arepa
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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