Season 02 - Breakfast / S02B11
Guava and Queso Fresco Arepas
Prep: 10 min | Cook Time: 10 min | Total Time: 20 minCook: 10 min | Total Time: 20 minTotal: 20 min
Story
The golden arepas sizzle as they crisp up on the griddle, filling the kitchen with their warm, toasty aroma. Don Luis slices one open, stuffing it with creamy queso fresco and sweet guava paste. “This is the perfect bite—crispy outside, soft inside, with a balance of tangy cheese and tropical sweetness,” he says, smiling. A final drizzle of honey and a dusting of powdered sugar make this dish a morning masterpiece. 🍪✨
Ingredients
- For the Arepas:
- 1 cup pre-cooked cornmeal (masarepa) 🌽
- 1 cup warm water 💧
- 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
- 1 tbsp butter, melted 🧈
- 0.5 cup queso fresco, crumbled 🧀
- 0.5 cup guava paste, sliced 🍓
- For Topping:
- 1 tbsp honey 🍯
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar (optional) ✨
- Extra queso fresco for garnish 🧀
Instructions
- 11️⃣ Make the Dough
- 2In a bowl, mix cornmeal, warm water, salt, and melted butter. Stir until combined, then knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Let rest for 5 minutes. 🌽✨
- 32️⃣ Shape the Arepas
- 4Divide the dough into 8 small balls and flatten them into discs about ½ inch thick. 🥟
- 53️⃣ Cook the Arepas
- 6Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook arepas for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. 🧈🔥
- 74️⃣ Fill with Guava & Cheese
- 8Carefully slice each arepa in half, stuffing them with queso fresco and guava paste. Let the warmth slightly melt the filling. 🍓🧀
- 95️⃣ Garnish & Serve
- 10Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and add extra queso fresco on top. Serve warm and enjoy! 🍽️✨
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