Colombian Arepas Recipe

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Colombian Arepas
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Ingredients:

  • 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:

  1. Toss together arepa flour, cheese, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a bowl, then stir in water until incorporated.
  2. Let stand until enough water is absorbed for a soft dough to form, 1 to 2 minutes (dough will continue to stiffen).
  3. 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.
  4. Form more disks with remaining dough in same manner, transferring to wax-paper-lined surface.
  5. 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.
  6. Drain on paper towels.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 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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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.3
    Points
  • 1
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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