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Arepas
Mix masarepa, salt and water. Rest 5 minutes. Pat 8 discs 1.5cm thick.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Arepas take?
40 min all in — 20 min prep, 20 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 arepas (8). Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Eggs. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Masarepa → Nothing else, really. Polenta and masa harina for tortillas behave differently. Seek the precooked maize flour.
Any tips from this recipe?
If the dough cracks, it is dry — wetter hands. If it slumps, more flour. Finish 5 minutes in a 180°C oven if you want a drier shell.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.