Arepas Con Queso: Easy and Delicious Comfort Food Recipe
Arepas Con Queso are a delightful comfort food that combines the crispiness of arepas with the gooeyness of cheese. This recipe makes it easy to enjoy a traditional dish that’s loved by many.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Venezuelan
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups warm water
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like mozzarella or queso blanco)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina and salt.
- Gradually add warm water until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough into balls and flatten them into discs.
- Place cheese in the center of each disc and fold it over to create a pocket.
- Cook arepas on a hot griddle for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Notes
- Try different cheeses for varied flavors.
- Make sure the dough is not too sticky; adjust with more masa harina if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 arepas
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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