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Arepas (Venezuela/Colombia)

Name: Arepas (Venezuela/Colombia)
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Venezuelan-Colombian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Precooked cornmeal (masarepa); 1/2 cup Water; 1/4 tsp Salt; 1 tbsp Oil (for frying); as desired Cheese or avocado filling

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Fried Latin America Main Course Venezuelan-Colombian Lunch Dinner

Ingredients

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1/2 cup Precooked cornmeal (masarepa)
1/2 cup Water
1/4 tsp Salt
1 tbsp Oil (for frying)
as desired Cheese or avocado filling

Instructions

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Step 1: Mix cornmeal, salt, and water into dough. Let rest 5 minutes. Make sure to mix thoroughly so that all flavors are evenly incorporated and textures are consistent..
Step 2: Form into patties. Fry in oil until golden and cooked through. Maintain a steady medium-high heat and make sure not to overcrowd the pan, which helps to achieve a perfect golden crisp..
Step 3: Slice open and fill with cheese, avocado, or desired filling. Take care with this step, as it ensures the dish develops the intended depth of flavor and ideal texture..

Estimated nutrition

580.3kcal

13.8protein

8.6fat

115.2carbs

Nutrition confidence91%

4 of 5 ingredients matched the nutrition lookup. 0 amounts used estimated gram conversions.

Vegetarian-leaning Contains Dairy

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