The Best Arepas With Mozzarella Cheese - Columbia
Channel: The Recipe Place
Date: 2023-03-24

In this video, we're going to show you how to make the best arepas with mozzarella cheese – a delicious and classic Colombian dish!

Arepas are South American savory pastries made from maize flour, water and salt, often stuffed with savory ingredients like cheese, chicken, shrimp or pork. This recipe for best arepas with mozzarella cheese will give you delicious and authentic Colombia flavor, guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Arepas de Queso - Cheese Arepas 
Twelve 4-inch arepas 

Ingredients:
1 cup precooked white cornmeal*
1 cup warm water (plus 2-3 tablespoons if it feels dry)
2 tablespoons butter, soft
1/ teaspoon salt
12 oz - 3/4 pound grated white farmer's cheese*
Oil or spray for the grill or pan

1. Place the cornmeal, water, butter and salt in a bowl; mix with your hands for about 30 seconds until it has taken the form a paste. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Knead with your hands for about 1 more minute until a ball of dough forms.

2. Make an indentation in the ball with your hand, add the cheese, and knead 1 minute more. Divide and form into 4 small balls.

3. Place the balls between 2 sheets of plastic and with a heavy pan or pot cover flatten to the thickness you desire, from 1/4 to 1/2 inch.

To Cook on a Panini Grill:

4. Preheat the panini to 390F. Spread some oil on the plate grills. Place arepas on one. Cover and cook them for about 3 minutes, until they are golden brown. Serve immediately.

To Cook on a Rack:

4. Place an oiled rack on a flat pan over medium heat. When the rack is hot, put the arepas on it. Cook them for about 2 minutes on each side, until they are golden brown. Serve i

4. Melt 1/4 teaspoon of butter in a pan set over medium heat. Place the arepas in the pan, and cook for about 2 minutes on each side until they have a golden color. 

Note: For an hors d'oeuvre, make mini-arepas, about one inch in diameter, and serve them with sour cream and caviar! A total delicacy!

by Chef Pachi Gallo | Chef Pachi | Pachi.com