Colombian Arepas

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Colombian arepas made with mozzarella cheese are quick and easy to make with this recipe. They are usually served for breakfast, as a side dish, or even for a quick meal.

Submitted by Sweet y Salado
Updated on November 19, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 arepas
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup warm water

  • 1 cup pre-cooked white cornmeal (such as P.A.N.)

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • cooking spray

Directions

  1. Mix water, cornmeal, mozzarella cheese, butter, and salt together in a large bowl. Knead until well combined and a soft dough forms. Form dough into balls the size of a medium orange. Place each ball between two sheets of plastic wrap and flatten with a rolling pin to the desired thickness.

  2. Leaving plastic wrap in place, press the top edge of a cereal bowl or drinking glass into the surface of the dough to cut circles. Remove the plastic wrap and remove any excess dough scraps.

  3. Spray a griddle with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook arepas on the hot griddle until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tip

If the dough is too dry, add a little bit more water. If it's too moist, add more cornmeal.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

125 Calories
5g Fat
14g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 125
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 7%
Saturated Fat 3g 16%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 325mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 14g 5%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 6g 12%
Calcium 149mg 11%
Potassium 17mg 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.