Jul 14 2026
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Venezuelan Dream Breakfast Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Motek - Downtown
Time2h
Serves4

A massive platter with separated portions of reina pepiada, carne mechada, perico, cheese, and a split arepa.

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Ingredients

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Reina Pepiada

Carne Mechada

Perico

Arepas

Cheese

Method

Reina Pepiada Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, avocado, mayonnaise, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.

Carne Mechada Preparation

  1. 2

    Cook the Meat

    In a pot, heat oil and sauté onions, garlic, and green bell pepper until soft. Add flank steak and brown on all sides.

  2. 3

    Simmer

    Pour in tomato sauce, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours or until the meat is tender. Remove the meat, shred it, and return it to the pot to mix with the sauce.

Perico Preparation

  1. 4

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions, green bell pepper, and tomato until softened.

  2. 5

    Add Eggs

    Beat the eggs and add them to the skillet. Cook, stirring gently until the eggs are just set. Season with salt and black pepper.

Arepa Preparation

  1. 6

    Make the Dough

    In a bowl, combine masarepa, water, and salt. Mix until a dough forms. Let it rest for 5 minutes.

  2. 7

    Cook Arepas

    Divide the dough into balls and flatten them into discs. Cook on a hot griddle for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.

Assembly

  1. 8

    Plate the Breakfast

    On a large platter, arrange portions of reina pepiada, carne mechada, perico, cheese, and split arepas. Serve warm.

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