Oversized Mozzarella Arepas

By lorik

Ingredients

• 1 1/2cups1 1/2 cups masa harina (fine corn flour)
• 1teaspoon1 teaspoon salt
• 3ounces3 ounces fresh mozzarella, diced
• 2tablespoons2 tablespoons neutral oil

Preparation

Step 1

To make the arepas, combine the masa harina, mozzarella, and salt in a medium bowl. Add 1 1/2 cups of room temperature water, stir well to combine, then leave for 5 minutes.

Heat the oil over medium heat in a large, well-seasoned cast iron or nonstick pan (big enough to fit 2 arepas). Take a little of the arepa dough and throw it into the pan. When it sizzles, you're ready to cook.

Divide the arepa dough into two balls. Flatten each into a disk with about a 7-inch diameter. Add to the pan. Cook on each side for 7-8 minutes, until the arepa has formed a crust and is quite golden. Be careful when flipping, as the cheese can stick to the pan.