Venezuelan Arepa Recipe

Ingredient list

• 2 cups: Arepa flour (precooked cornmeal)
• 2 teaspoons: Kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons: Vegetable oil
• Desired fillings: Such as shredded chicken or pork
• 1 or 2: Lime wedges

Prep

• prep time: 35 minutes
• tools: 1 nonstick skillet, medium bowl,
• serving size: 4 servings

Step by Step Directions

step 1: Combine arepa flour and salt in a medium bowl and add 2 1/2 cups of warm water

step 2: Stir until ingredients become dry

step 3: Let rest 5 minutes to hydrate

step 4: Knead dough a few times in the bowl and then divide into 8 pieces

step 5: Roll each piece on work surface into a ball and flatten to about 1/2" thick.

step 6: Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat 350°F

step 7: Add 4 arepas, cover, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes)

step 8: Uncover, flip, and cook until other side is golden brown (6-8 minutes)

step 9: Transfer arepas onto a wire rack and add remaining 1 Tbsp. oil and dough

step 10: Split arepas and stuff with desired fillings

step 11: Squeeze lime wedges over for taste