Arepas con Queso (Egg-Free)
Traditional Colombian arepas with cheese, made without egg. Plantain flour helps bind the dough.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Masa Harina (pre-cooked corn flour)
- 1/4 cup Plantain Flour
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine masa harina, plantain flour, mozzarella cheese, and salt.
- 2Gradually add water, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 3Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each into a flat, round patty (about 1.27 cm thick).
- 4Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 5Cook the arepas for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Substitutions
Egg (traditional) → Plantain Flour
Adds binding and structure to the dough
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