Ingredients
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1 (8 ounce) package low-moisture mozzarella cheese
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2 cups pre-cooked white cornmeal (such as P.A.N.®)
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2 ½ cups warm water
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1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
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¼ cup canola oil, divided
Directions
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Shred 3 ounces of the mozzarella and cut remaining 5 ounces into 1/2-inch cubes. Transfer shredded cheese to a large bowl and cubed cheese to a medium bowl.
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Add cornmeal, 1 teaspoon salt, and warm water to the shredded cheese and mix to combine. Set aside for 10 minutes to allow cornmeal to absorb liquid. The mixture should resemble soft Play-Doh.
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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
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With damp palms and fingers, place 1/4 cup arepa mixture into your palm and flatten into a 2 1/2-inch disk. Place 3 to 4 cubes of the mozzarella into the center. Gently fold edges of dough over to cover mozzarella cubes completely, patting to form a cake. Repeat until all dough and cheese has been used.
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Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 3 or 4 arepas and cook until both sides are golden brown and charred in spots, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove to a parchment-lined baking sheet and season with a pinch of the remaining salt. Place in the preheated oven to keep warm. Repeat with remaining oil, arepas, and salt.
Cook’s Note
These can be stuffed with so many fun things — think braised meat, other cheeses, etc.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 127 | Calories |
| 7g | Fat |
| 12g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 14 | |
| Calories 127 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium 306mg | 13% |
| Total Carbohydrate 12g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 5g | 10% |
| Calcium 126mg | 10% |
| Potassium 14mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
