Herb-Pressed Arepas As Made By Mercedes Golip

Herb-Pressed Arepas As Made By Mercedes Golip

4.4(15)

These Venezualan arepas, made by Mercedes Golip, will brighten any occasion with their gorgeous herb- and flower-pressed exteriors. Try a range of edible flowers, like marigolds, pansies, or calendulas, and herbs like basil, cilantro, parsley, or chives for a look all your own.

Cook Time
23 minutes
Total Time
33 minutes
Yield
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups lukewarm water (540 mL)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons neutral oil
  • 2 cups Masarepa (250 g)
  • fresh herb leaf, or edible flowers
  • filling of choice, for serving

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 6
  • Fat 0g
  • Carbs 0g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Sugar 0g
  • Protein 0g

How to Make It

1. Step
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Step
In a large bowl, combine the water, salt, and 1½ teaspoons oil. Slowly add the masarepa and mix with your hands until a smooth, homogeneous dough forms. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes. Don’t worry if the dough is too soft at first; the flour will hydrate as it rests to become smooth and malleable.
3. Step
Divide the dough into 4 balls, then shape into patties. Press herbs and flowers onto both sides of each patty.
4. Step
Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add a small drizzle of oil and use a paper towel to distribute in an even layer over the surface of the pan. Too much oil will prevent the arepas from caramelizing. Add the patties to the pan and sear for 4 minutes on each side, until starting to puff up and turn golden brown in spots.
5. Step
Set the arepas on a baking sheet, then transfer to the oven to finish cooking for about 10 minutes. You’ll know they are done when they make a hollow sound when tapped.
6. Step
Cut the arepas open, fill with your desired fillings, serve immediately.
7. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

VegetarianVeganDairy-FreeUnder 1 HourUnder 45 MinutesLow-CalorieVenezuelanStove TopBaking PanLatin AmericanTongsMixing BowlOven

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