Venezuelan Arepas Recipe | How to Make Authentic Cornmeal Arepas

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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

2 cups of pre-cooked white corn meal (I used P·A·N brand)
2 1/2 cups of water
2 tsp salt
Oil spray
Mozzarella Cheese
Butter
Avocado

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
165
Sugar
0.5g
Fat
2g

Instructions

1.Combine the corn meal, water, and salt in a bowl. Add the water little by little until you get the correct texture.
2.When you form the balls and flatten them into circles, the edges should not crack. If they crack, you need to add more water.
3.Spray a pan with some oil, and cook the arepas on medium heat for 3 minutes each side.
4.Preheat your oven to 400° F and bake the arepas for 12-14 minutes.
5.When finished cooking, split open the top half and spread butter, and add cheese and avocado. You can also stuff with chicken or anything else you love!
6.Enjoy!!
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Authentic Venezuelan Arepas 🇻🇪✨

165kcal
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Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
The ultimate Venezuelan staple! These arepas are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and naturally gluten-free. Perfect for stuffing with your favorite fillings like Reina Pepiada or Carne Mechada.
Servings 8 people
Course Breakfast, Main Course
Cuisine Venezuelan

Ingredients

  • 2 cup Harina P.A.N. (Pre-cooked cornmeal)
  • 2 ½ cups Warm water
  • 1 ½ tsp (or to taste) Salt
  • 2 tbsp (for the pan) Cooking oil
  • 1 can Optional filling Cheese, shredded beef, or black beans

Method

  1. Mix: In a large bowl, combine the warm water and salt.
  2. Add Flour: Gradually add the Harina P.A.N. while mixing with your hand to avoid lumps.
  3. Rest: Knead until a smooth dough forms and let it rest for 5–10 minutes to allow the cornmeal to fully hydrate.
  4. Shape: Divide the dough into 6–8 balls. Flatten them between your palms into discs about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Sear: Heat a lightly oiled griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the arepas for about 5–7 minutes per side until they have a golden-brown crust.
  6. Optional Finish: For an extra fluffy interior, you can finish them in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  7. Stuff: Slice them open halfway through (like a pocket) and stuff with your favorite fillings while warm.

Nutrition

Serving8gCalories165kcalCarbohydrates34gProtein3.5gFat2gSaturated Fat0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat0.8gMonounsaturated Fat0.5gCholesterol185mgSodium440mgPotassium115mgFiber2.5gSugar0.5gVitamin C12mgIron2.1mg

Notes

    • Mention Gluten-Free: Arepas are naturally gluten-free, which is a huge keyword for search engines. Make sure this is checked in your recipe tags.
       
    • The Brand Matters: In the recipe notes, always mention Harina P.A.N.. It’s the gold standard for Venezuelan arepas and a highly searched term.

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