Cheese Arepa
Discover the ultimate comfort food with this easy and irresistible Cheese Arepa recipe! Made with just five simple ingredients, including precooked white cornmeal, shredded queso blanco or mozzarella, and a pinch of salt, these golden, cheese-stuffed delights are a staple in Latin American cuisine. The dough is effortlessly prepared, shaped, and filled with gooey cheese, then cooked to perfection on a hot skillet until crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal, these cheesy arepas are ready in just 30 minutes and pair beautifully with avocado slices, sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce. Bursting with authentic flavors and textures, these homemade arepas are a must-try for anyone seeking a quick and satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups precooked white cornmeal (masa harina)
- 2.5 cups warm water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup queso blanco or mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the precooked white cornmeal and salt.
Slowly add the warm water to the cornmeal mixture, stirring with your hands or a spoon until a dough forms.
Knead the dough for about 3 minutes until smooth and without lumps.
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball using your hands.
Flatten each ball into a disc around 1/2 inch thick and about 4 inches in diameter.
Gently press about 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese into the center of each disc and fold the dough over to cover the cheese, reforming the disc shape.
Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick griddle or skillet over medium heat.
Cook the arepas in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.
Remove the arepas from the skillet and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.6 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3068 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.0 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1100 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 532 mg | 11% | |
*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.
