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Spicy Colombian Chunchullo with Arepas

Name: Spicy Colombian Chunchullo with Arepas
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 500g Beef intestines, cleaned and sliced; 1 cup Whole milk, for soaking; 2 tbsp Lime juice, fresh; 1 tsp Cumin, ground; 1 tsp Paprika; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Black pepper; 3 Cloves garlic, minced; 1 Guest Ocote wood or charcoal, optional; 2 cups Masa harina, corn flour; 1 1/2 cups Warm water; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 tbsp Butter, melted; 4 tbsp Mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Hot sauce; 1 Lime, juiced; Pinch of salt

An authentic taste of Colombia, this dish features crispy, spiced beef intestines paired with golden arepas for a delightful and bold flavor combination.

4.9(675 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 16, 2025

Spicy Colombian Chunchullo with Arepas — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h

Cook

3 h

Difficulty

Advanced

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Chunchullo

For the Arepas

For the Spicy Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 714 kcal
Protein: 50.4 g
Carbs: 57.8 g
Fat: 31.5 g
Fiber: 3.4 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2854 kcal
Protein: 201.7 g
Carbs: 231.3 g
Fat: 125.94 g
Fiber: 13.4 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
500g Beef intestines cleaned and sliced	1220	180	0	60	0
1 cup Whole milk for soaking	150	8	12	8	0
2 tbsp Lime juice fresh	8	0	3	0	0
1 tsp Cumin ground	8	0.4	1	0.5	0.2
1 tsp Paprika	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.7
1 tsp Salt	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 tsp Black pepper	3	0.2	0.5	0.1	0.2
3 Cloves garlic minced	13	0.6	2.9	0	0.2
1 Guest Ocote wood or charcoal optional	0	0	0	0	0
2 cups Masa harina corn flour	960	12	204	6	12
1 1/2 cups Warm water	0	0	0	0	0
1/2 tsp Salt	0	0	0	0	0
1 tbsp Butter melted	100	0	0	11	0
4 tbsp Mayonnaise	370	0	2	40	0
1 tbsp Hot sauce	5	0	1	0	0
1 Lime juiced	11	0.2	3.7	0.04	0.1
Pinch of salt	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chunchullo

1
Soak Intestines
Soak the sliced intestines in whole milk for about 1 hour to tenderize.
Tip: Ensure intestines are thoroughly cleaned and soaked; this is crucial for taste and health.
2
Marinate
Drain and rinse well, then marinate in lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and minced garlic for at least 30 minutes.
3
Prepare Smoker (Optional)
If using, prepare your smoker with Ocote wood or charcoal.

Preparing the Arepas

1
Mix Dough
Mix masa harina and salt in a bowl. Gradually add warm water, mixing with your hands until dough is smooth.
2
Rest Dough
Let it rest for 10 minutes, then form into small discs about 3 inches wide.
3
Cook Arepas
Preheat a non-stick skillet and add some melted butter before cooking arepas over medium heat until golden, about 5 minutes each side.
Tip: Keep arepas warm by wrapping them in a cloth once cooked until ready to serve.

How to Make Spicy Colombian Chunchullo with Arepas

Total time: 4 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Grilling the Chunchullo
Place marinated intestines on skewers and grill over medium-high heat until crispy, about 20 minutes, turning frequently.
2
Cooking the Arepas
Cook arepas in your skillet over medium heat, about 5 minutes each side, until golden brown.
3
Making the Sauce
Mix mayonnaise, hot sauce, lime juice, and salt until smooth and well combined.