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This version of arepas, a traditional maize flatbread popular in parts of South America, calls for just masa harina, sea salt, water, and olive oil. Ingredients:
2 1/4 cups water |
1 teaspoon sea salt |
5 teaspoons olive oil |
2 cups masa harina |
cooking spray |
Directions:
1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Place masa harina in a large bowl; add boiling mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon. Cover; let stand 15 minutes.
2. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Working with 1 portion at a time, shape each portion into a ball with moist hands. Shape the balls into 1/2-inch-thick patties. Coat each patty with cooking spray.
3. Heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot. Place 4 arepas, cooking spray sides down, in pan. Press arepas lightly with a spatula to flatten slightly; cook 5 minutes on each side or until crispy and speckled brown. Repeat with remaining arepas.
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