Ingredients
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- 2 cups arepa flour
- 1 ½ cups warm water
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp butter or oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix arepa flour and salt. Gradually add warm water, stirring until a dough forms. Fold in cheese if using.
- Shape dough into 8-10 patties.
- Cook in butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes per side, or bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a fun twist, try stuffing arepas with your favorite fillings like shredded beef, black beans, or avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Ethnic
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg