Arepas de Queso

Arepas de Queso

These arepas have a crispy crust while the cheese inside stays melty and gives you that cheese-pull that everyone knows and loves.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Calories
127 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
Step 2
Shred 3 ounces of the mozzarella and cut remaining 5 ounces into 1/2-inch cubes. Transfer shredded cheese to a large bowl and cubed cheese to a medium bowl.
Step 3
Add cornmeal, 1 teaspoon salt, and warm water to the shredded cheese and mix to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow cornmeal to absorb liquid. The mixture should resemble soft Play-Doh.
Step 4
With damp palms and fingers, place 1/4 cup arepa mixture into your palm and flatten into a 2 1/2-inch disk. Place 3 to 4 cubes of the mozzarella into the center. Gently fold edges of dough over to cover mozzarella cubes completely, patting to form a cake. Repeat until all dough and cheese has been used.
Step 5
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 3 or 4 arepas and cook until both sides are golden brown and charred in spots, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove to a parchment-lined baking sheet and season with a pinch of the remaining salt. Place in the preheated oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining oil, arepas, and salt.
Arepas de Queso
Arepas de Queso

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pre-cooked white cornmeal (such as P.A.N.®)
  • 1 (8 ounce) package low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 2.5 cups warm water
  • 0.25 cup canola oil, divided
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt, divided

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