Jul 14 2026
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Portobello Arepa Recipe

Inspired by Rubamba Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Crushed peppers and balsamic vinegar, roasted portobello mushrooms.

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Ingredients

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Arepa Dough

Roasted Portobello Mushrooms

Crushed Peppers

Method

Prepare the Arepa Dough

  1. 1

    Mix the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine the masarepa, warm water, and salt. Mix well until a dough forms. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to hydrate.

  2. 2

    Shape the Arepas

    Once the dough has rested, divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then flatten it to form a disc about 1/2 inch thick.

Roast the Portobello Mushrooms

  1. 3

    Prepare the Mushrooms

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Clean the portobello mushrooms with a damp cloth and remove the stems.

  2. 4

    Marinate the Mushrooms

    In a bowl, mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Brush this mixture onto the mushrooms, ensuring they are well coated.

  3. 5

    Roast the Mushrooms

    Place the mushrooms on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.

Make Crushed Peppers

  1. 6

    Prepare the Peppers

    While the mushrooms are roasting, dice the red and yellow bell peppers into small pieces.

  2. 7

    Sauté the Peppers

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell peppers, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are soft.

Cook the Arepas

  1. 8

    Cook the Arepas

    In a skillet or griddle over medium heat, cook each arepa for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 9

    Fill the Arepas

    Slice each cooked arepa in half, creating a pocket. Fill each pocket with roasted portobello mushrooms and sautéed crushed peppers.

  2. 10

    Serve

    Serve warm, optionally drizzling with additional balsamic vinegar or olive oil if desired.

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