Cheese-stuffed Arepas Recipe
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Ingredients
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Arepa Dough
Cheese Filling
Cooking
Method
Prepare Arepa Dough
- 1
Mix the Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the arepa flour, warm water, and salt. Stir until the mixture forms a soft, pliable dough. Let it rest for about 5 minutes.
- 2
Shape the Arepas
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball. Flatten each ball into a disc about 1/2 inch thick.
Prepare Cheese Filling
- 3
Stuff and Cook the Arepas
- 4
Stuff the Arepas
Take one arepa disc and place about 2 tablespoons of the cheese filling in the center. Fold the arepa over to encase the filling and pinch the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining arepas.
- 5
Fry the Arepas
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the stuffed arepas and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
