Homemade Arepas

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Stir water and salt together in a medium bowl; gradually stir in cornmeal with your fingers until the mixture forms a soft, moist, malleable dough.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Form dough into eight 2-inch diameter balls; pat each ball to flatten into a 3/8-inch-thick arepa patty.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; fry arepas in batches until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer cooked arepas to a paper towel-lined plate to drain until cool enough to handle.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Slice halfway through each arepa horizontally with a thin serrated knife to form a pita-like pocket.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Enjoy!'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

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