Description
Arepas con Queso are a delightful combination of crispy cornmeal pockets filled with gooey melted cheese, making them the perfect comfort food for any meal. Originating from Colombia and Venezuela, these cheesy snacks are not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch in less than 30 minutes, ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Customize your arepas with various fillings or toppings to suit your taste, whether you prefer them plain, topped with avocado, or stuffed with savory meats.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups masarepa flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 2½ cups lukewarm water
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine masarepa flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add butter and shredded mozzarella cheese; mix until incorporated.
- Gradually pour in milk and lukewarm water while mixing until smooth.
- Knead the dough lightly; let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Divide into six equal portions; shape each into a disc about ½ inch thick.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook arepas for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Colombian/Venezuelan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arepa (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg