Jul 09 2026
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Arepas - Pabellon Recipe

Inspired by Heaven Restaurant Market
Time2h
Serves4

Shredded beef, black beans, ripe plantains, avocados, garlic sauce

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Ingredients

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Arepas

Shredded Beef

Black Beans

Ripe Plantains

Garlic Sauce

Avocado

Method

Beef Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Beef

    In a large pot, combine the beef, onion, garlic, cumin, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for about 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender. Shred the beef with two forks and set aside.

Bean Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare the Black Beans

    In a saucepan, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add the black beans and cumin, then stir and cook for about 10 minutes. Season with salt to taste.

Plantain Preparation

  1. 3

    Fry the Plantains

    Peel and slice the ripe plantains diagonally. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the plantain slices until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.

Garlic Sauce Preparation

  1. 4

    Make the Garlic Sauce

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside.

Arepa Preparation

  1. 5

    Make the Arepas

    In a bowl, mix the pre-cooked cornmeal, warm water, and salt until a dough forms. Divide the dough into balls and flatten them into discs. Cook on a hot griddle or skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden and cooked through.

Assembly

  1. 6

    Assemble the Arepas

    Slice the cooked arepas open and fill them with shredded beef, black beans, fried plantains, sliced avocado, and a drizzle of garlic sauce.

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