Cheese Arepas are a delicious and popular dish from Colombia and Venezuela. Made from cornmeal, these savory cakes are filled with cheese, making them a perfect snack or appetizer. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and they pair well with a variety of toppings.
Preparation time
15min
Cooking time
14min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 50 g butter
- 200 g cheese
- 240 g cornmeal
- 5 g salt
- 500 ml water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal and salt.
Step 2
Gradually add the water, stirring constantly until a dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough until it is smooth and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
Step 5
Flatten each ball into a disc, about 1 cm thick.
Step 6
Place some cheese in the center of each disc and fold the edges over to enclose the cheese, then flatten again slightly.
Step 7
Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 8
Cook the arepas in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy.
Step 9
Serve the arepas warm, with your choice of toppings.