Colombian Arepas with Spicy Guacamole

Name: Colombian Arepas with Spicy Guacamole
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: Precooked Cornmeal (Masarepa); Warm Water; Salt; Unsalted Butter; Avocados; Tomato; Red Onion; Jalapeño; Lime Juice; Salt and Pepper; Queso Fresco; Cilantro; Lime Wedges

Traditional Colombian Corn Cakes with a Zesty Twist

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Colombia with these homemade arepas topped with a spicy guacamole that packs a delicious punch.

45 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Arepas

Precooked Cornmeal (Masarepa)

2 cups

Warm Water

2 1/4 cups

Salt

1 tsp

Unsalted Butter

1 tbsp, melted

For the Spicy Guacamole

Avocados

2 ripe, peeled and pitted

Tomato

1 small, finely diced

Red Onion

1/4 cup, finely chopped

Jalapeño

1, minced (seeds removed for less heat)

Lime Juice

Juice of 1 lime

Salt and Pepper

To taste

For Toppings

Queso Fresco

1/4 cup, crumbled

Cilantro

2 tbsp, chopped

Lime Wedges

For serving

Preparation

Preparing the Arepa Dough

Combine Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal and salt.

Add Water

Gradually add warm water and stir until the mixture is smooth.

Ensure the dough is neither too dry nor too sticky; adjust water as needed.

Rest and Shape

Let it rest for 5 minutes, then divide into 8 equal portions; shape each into a thick patty.

Making the Spicy Guacamole

Mash Avocados

Mash the avocados in a bowl to your desired consistency.

Add Veggies

Mix in diced tomato, red onion, and jalapeño.

Season

Add lime juice, salt, and pepper; combine well.

Allow the guacamole flavors to meld by letting it sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Process

Cooking the Arepas

Heat a skillet over medium heat, lightly grease, and cook arepas until golden brown on each side, about 5-6 minutes each.

Preparing Guacamole

Achieve a creamy texture by thoroughly mixing all ingredients.

Plating Toppings

Crumble queso fresco over the hot arepas just before serving.

Plating & Serving