Recipe Details
Ingredients
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2 ½cupslukewarm water
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1teaspoonsalt
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2cupspre-cooked white cornmeal (such as P.A.N.®)
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¼cupvegetable oil, or as needed
Cooking Directions
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Stir water and salt together in a medium bowl; gradually stir in cornmeal with your fingers until the mixture forms a soft, moist, malleable dough.
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Form dough into eight 2-inch diameter balls; pat each ball to flatten into a 3/8-inch-thick arepa patty.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; fry arepas in batches until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer cooked arepas to a paper towel-lined plate to drain until cool enough to handle.
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Slice halfway through each arepa horizontally with a thin serrated knife to form a pita-like pocket.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition:
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.
Nutrition Facts
Full Nutrition Label | |
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Servings Per Recipe8 | |
Calories96 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 1g |
1% |
Saturated Fat 0g |
1% |
Sodium 293mg |
13% |
Total Carbohydrate 20g |
7% |
Dietary Fiber 1g |
2% |
Protein 2g |
4% |
Calcium 2mg |
0% |
Potassium 1mg |
0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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