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The Journey to Your Table – Baptist Health South Florida

Arepas de Choclo

Arepas de choclo

Arepas de Choclo

Corn is the star of this snack food made popular by Venezuelans and Colombians. Plain arepas make a tasty vehicle for cheese or meat.

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups corn kernels (about two large ears), or frozen
  • 1 cup pre-cooked cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Additional oil for pan
  • Additional mozzarella slices, if desired

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, blend corn until pureed. In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, sugar and salt. Add cheese, milk and vegetable oil. Stir in pureed corn.
    Brush additional oil in a large pan or griddle and heat. Pour one-third cup of batter on griddle and shape into a circle. When it’s golden brown (about five minutes), carefully flip. Add a slice of mozzarella on the top if you want, and cook until bottom is golden. Serve immediately.

Notes

Serves 4  This version includes fresh corn and cheese inside the batter. Use pre-cooked cornmeal, (harina de maíz precocida), not regular cornmeal.

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