Description
A simple corn dough flatbread from South America, perfect for quick meals with a variety of fillings.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Pre-Cooked White Cornmeal (Masarepa)
- 2 1/2 cups Warm Water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Oil or Butter (for cooking)
- 1/2 cup Shredded Cheese (optional)
- Filling of Choice (as needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat and oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking.
- In a bowl, mix warm water and salt.
- Add cheese or sugar if using.
- Lightly grease the skillet with oil or butter.
- Divide the dough into 6–8 equal portions, roll into balls, and flatten into discs about 1/2-inch thick.
- Pan-fry the discs for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes to ensure they’re cooked through.
- Let cool slightly before slicing open and adding fillings.
<li Gradually stir in masarepa, then knead gently until a soft dough forms.
Notes
Serve warm for the best texture. These are versatile and can be filled with various ingredients based on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: South American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arepa
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg