Stuffed Arepa
A golden cornmeal patty stuffed with savory shredded meat and gooey melted cheese, toasted to crispy perfection.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 1
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 30g
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pre-cooked cornmeal
- 1 cup water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup shredded cooked beef
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
Mix cornmeal, water, and salt in a bowl until a soft dough forms.
- 2
Knead dough for 2 minutes, then divide into two equal balls.
- 3
Flatten each ball into a thick disc about 4 inches wide.
- 4
Place shredded beef and cheese on one disc, top with the other, and seal edges.
- 5
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook arepa for 5 minutes per side until golden.
- 6
Serve hot, cut open to show the melted cheese and meat filling.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- skillet
- spatula
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