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Ingredients
- 1 1 1 tbsp. canola oil or corn oil, plus more for cooking
- 1 1 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 2 2 2 cups precooked cornmeal (white masarepa like Goya or P.A.N.)
Details
Servings 8
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 25mins
Adapted from people.com
Preparation
Step 1
1. Stir together 2 1/2 cups water, oil and salt in a large bowl.
2. Slowly add precooked cornmeal, stirring until the dough feels soft, about 5 minutes. Let mixture stand 2 minutes.
3. Divide dough into 8 even portions and form each into a ball. Using the palms of your hands, press each into a round patty about 4 inches in diameter (about 1/4 inch thick).
4. Pour oil into a depth of 1/4 inch in a skillet over medium heat; add patties in batches and cook until crispy and golden, 7 to 8 minutes, turning once halfway through. Drain on paper towels.
5. Split and stuff arepas with desired fillings like scrambled eggs, ham and cheese, or pulled pork.
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