How To Make Arepas in 3 simple steps
About this recipe
Arepas are delicious cornmeal patties that are a staple in Venezuelan cuisine. They are versatile and can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them perfect for any meal of the day.
In this video, Venezuelan Foodie shows you how to make arepas in just three simple steps, using pre-cooked maize flour for an easy and quick preparation.
Ingredient notes
- Use Harina Pan pre-cooked maize flour for the best results.
Tips from Venezuelan Foodie’s video
- The dough should feel moist but not soggy for the perfect consistency.
- When shaping the arepas, aim for a thickness of about 3/4 inch and a diameter of 5-7 inches.
- Cook the arepas on medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side until they are crunchy and brown.
Good to know
- How many arepas does this recipe yield?
- This recipe yields 3 servings, which is about 5-6 arepas.
- What is the total time needed to make arepas?
- The total time needed to make arepas is 25 minutes.
- What should the thickness of the arepas be when flattening them?
- The arepas should be flattened to about 3/4 inch thick.
- What temperature should I pre-heat the pan to for cooking the arepas?
- You should pre-heat the pan to medium heat.
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The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the warm water, salt, and vegetable oil.
- 2
Slowly add the Harina Pan while mixing and kneading until the dough is moist but not soggy.
- 3
Grab a fistful of dough and roll it into a ball, then flatten it to about 3/4 inch thick and 5-7 inches across.
- 4
Pre-heat a pan to medium heat, add vegetable oil, and place the patties in the pan.
- 5
Cook for 5-7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook until both sides are crunchy and brown.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Venezuelan Foodie’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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