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Traditional Venezuelan Arepas
30 min 250 kcal per serving Easy
Ingredients
4 Servings
- pre-cooked cornmeal2 cups
- water2,5 cups
- salt1 teaspoon
- vegetable oil1 tablespoon
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the pre-cooked cornmeal and salt.
- 2
Gradually add the water while mixing with your hands until a dough forms.
- 3
Let the dough rest for about 5 minutes to allow the cornmeal to absorb the water.
- 4
Knead the dough for a few minutes until it is smooth and pliable.
- 5
Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each portion into a ball.
- 6
Flatten each ball into a disc about 1/2 inch thick.
- 7
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 8
Cook the arepas in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 9
Remove the arepas from the skillet and let them cool slightly before serving.
