Venezuelan arepas: how to prepare an unusual and simple dish
Arepas is a versatile cornmeal pastry that is a traditional dish in Venezuela and Colombia. In these countries, it is eaten almost every day. You can combine a wide variety of fillings, both sweet and savory, depending on your taste preferences.
The idea of making this pastry was shared by lica_kar on her Instagram page.
Venezuelan arepas
Source: Screenshot of lica_kar's Instagram post
Ingredients:
- corn flour – 300 g
- water
- mayonnaise/oil –1 tbsp.
- salt to taste
- grated cheese – 70 g
Cornmeal pastries
Method of preparation:
1. Pour corn flour into a bowl, add about 500 ml of water.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and 1/2 tablespoon of butter or margarine, grated cheese.
3. Mix with your hands until smooth.
Preparing the dough
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4. Divide the finished mixture into pieces, moisten your hands with warm water to prevent it from sticking, and shape into a round shape.
5. Fry in a non-stick frying pan without adding oil. Turn every 2-3 minutes (4-6 times).
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