Colombian Arepas Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 cup arepa flour (precooked cornmeal)
1 cup crumbled ricotta salata (1/4 lb) or 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese (1/4 lb)
1 cup water
2 tbsp water
1/8 tsp salt
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions:

Toss together arepa flour, cheese, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl, then stir in water until incorporated.
Let stand until enough water is absorbed for a soft dough to form, 1 to 2 minutes (dough will continue to stiffen).
Form 3 level tablespoons dough into 1 ball and flatten between your palms, gently pressing to form a 1/4-inch-thick patty (2 1/2 to 2 3/4 inches wide), then gently press around side to eliminate cracks. Transfer to a wax-paper-lined surface.
Form more disks with remaining dough in same manner, transferring to wax-paper-lined surface.
Heat oil in a large nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, then fry arepas in 2 batches, turning over once, until deep golden in patches, 8 to 10 minutes total per batch.
Drain on paper towels.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	46.83 Kcal (196 kJ)
Calories from fat	44.13 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.9g	8%
Cholesterol	6.24mg	2%
Sodium	87.84mg	4%
Potassium	0mg	0%
Total Carbs	0.25g	0%
Sugars	0.25g	1%
Protein	1.25g	2%
Calcium	11.7mg	1%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	172.14 Kcal (721 kJ)
Calories from fat	162.22 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	18.02g	8%
Cholesterol	22.93mg	2%
Sodium	322.91mg	4%
Potassium	0.01mg	0%
Total Carbs	0.92g	0%
Sugars	0.92g	1%
Protein	4.59g	2%
Calcium	42.9mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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