Colombian Butifarra Sabanera with Corn Arepas
A classic Colombian dish with flavorful butifarra sausages served alongside crispy corn arepas.

Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Butifarra Sausages
- 1
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine ground pork, garlic, paprika, cumin, white pepper, and salt.
- 2
Mix well
Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- 3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
Preparing the Corn Arepas
- 1
Form dough
In a large bowl, mix the cornmeal, warm water, and salt until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead dough
Knead in melted butter until the dough is smooth.
- 3
Rest dough
Let the dough rest for 10 minutes for better texture.
How to Make Colombian Butifarra Sabanera with Corn Arepas
Total time: 2 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Searing the Sausages
Roll the sausage mixture into small logs and sear on a medium-high pan until browned.
- 2
Cooking the Arepas
Form the dough into patties, then cook on a griddle until golden brown on each side.
- 3
Assembling the Salsa
Mix tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
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