Authentic arepas recipe
Arepas, the plural of arepa, is a type of food made of maize dough, that is extremely common in Latin America, particularly in its countries of origin, Colombia, and Venezuela.
Ingredients
- 600 milliliters lukewarm water
- 480 milliliters fine cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix water and salt.
- Start adding flour little by little, while mixing with a spoon or spatula.
- When everything is mixed. Wait for a few minutes before starting to knead.
- Knead the dough until you form a smooth ball of dough that doesn't stick to the sides of the bowl.
- Divide the dough into 8-10 balls and then flatten the balls with your palm. The diameter of an arepa should be around 10 cm when making 8-10 arepas.
- Heat a frying pan (or two, to be faster) over medium-high heat. Cook for about 5 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Let the arepas cool for a bit. Serve. You can cut them open and fill them with fillings of your choice.
Notes
- Regulate the size of your arepas based on your preferences. There is no right answer.
- The best way to cook is to use a lid over the pan when cooking. Otherwise, you might need to cook for a minute or two longer.
Caution
Nutritional information shall not be used for medical reasons.
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