Arepas de Choclo (Sweet Corn Cakes With Cheese)

These Latin American corn griddle cakes feature sweet corn and queso fresco for a delightful twist.

Category Tags:

AppetizerBreakfastSnack

Cuisine Tags:

LatinSouth American

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Instructions

  1. Blend milk and corn kernels until coarsely ground, then transfer to a saucepan with butter. Heat over medium until boiling, then cool for 2 minutes.

  2. In a large bowl, combine masarepa and crumbled cheese; slowly stir in the hot milk mixture.

  3. Stir until cool enough to handle, then knead the dough until smooth and seasoned with salt.

  4. Take 1/4 cup portions of dough, flattening them into 1/3-inch thick, 4-inch diameter pancakes. Repeat for all dough.

  5. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook arepas in batches for approximately 4 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.

  6. Serve warm, topped or filled with a slice of farmer's cheese.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 476 kcal
Carbohydrate: 65 g
Cholesterol: 47 mg
Fiber: 6 g
Protein: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Sodium: 435 mg
Sugar: 9 g
Fat: 19 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0 g