Arepa de Masa de Yuca
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Latin American cuisine with these delightfully crispy and cheesy **Arepas de Masa de Yuca**. This gluten-free recipe features yuca flour (cassava flour) as the star ingredient, combined with shredded mozzarella for a perfect balance of flavor and texture. With their golden-brown exterior and soft, cheesy center, these arepas are quick and easy to make, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with toppings like avocado, butter, or more cheese, they make a versatile addition to breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Perfect for anyone seeking a unique, grain-free twist on a beloved traditional dish, these yuca arepas are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups yuca flour (cassava flour)
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yuca flour and salt. Mix well.
Gradually add the water to the flour, stirring constantly until a dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
Knead the dough with your hands for about 2-3 minutes to ensure it is smooth and well mixed.
Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese into the dough, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball, then flatten it into a disc about 1/2 inch thick.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place the arepas in the skillet, cooking them in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
Cook each arepa for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy on the exterior.
Remove the arepas from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the arepas hot, with your choice of toppings or fillings such as butter, cheese, or avocado.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 3108 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.0 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 901 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 730 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
