Description
Learn how to make delicious Arepas con Queso, a traditional Latin American dish featuring a cheesy cornmeal dough cooked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 2 cups masarepa (pre-cooked white cornmeal)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or Kosher salt
- 2 ounces (1/2 cup) finely crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 1 1/4 cup warm water (plus more if needed)
Filling:
- 8 ounces (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
- Oil or butter for cooking
Instructions
- Mix Dough: In a medium bowl, combine masarepa, salt, Cotija cheese, butter, and warm water.
- Knead Dough: Knead the mixture until a smooth dough forms. Rest for 10 minutes.
- Check Consistency: Flatten a small amount of dough to check for stickiness. Adjust with water if needed.
- Form Arepas: Divide and shape dough into circles. Fill with mozzarella cheese and seal.
- Cook Arepas: Cook in a skillet or griddle until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with other cheeses or ingredients.
- Serve with salsa, avocado, or sour cream for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop or Electric Griddle
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 arepa
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Arepas, Arepas con Queso, Cornmeal, Cheese, Latin American, Vegetarian
