Friday, January 20, 2006

Arepas (VENEZUELA)


10 servings

Ingredients

2 cups corn flour for arepas
1 teaspoon salt
cup grated white cheese
2 cups cool water (or more if needed)

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and white cheese. Stir in enough water to make a firm, slightly moist dough. Cover the dough and let it rest for 5 minutes. Divide the dough into 10 pieces and form each piece into a ball. Flatten the ball slightly.

2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

3. Oil a griddle very lightly and warm it over medium heat. Cook the arepas on the griddle for about 5 minutes on each side, until a golden brown crust forms. Transfer the arepas to a baking sheet and bake 20 to 25 minutes, turning them several times as they bake. Serve immediately.
Serve with black beans.

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