Ingredients
- 2 cup yellow cornmeal, finely ground, whole grain
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup corn, frozen
- 1 cup low-fat milk
- 2 tablespoon water
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons green onions (scallions), sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Put milk and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until steam rises.
Remove from heat and stir into cornmeal mixture until a thick batter is formed.
Season batter to taste and add more cornmeal if needed.
Let batter rest until it thickens into a soft dough, about 15 minutes.
Gently form 3- to 4-inch balls from mixture and flatten with palm of your hand to a 1/2-inch-thick disk.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet and cook arepas, working in batches, until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe in Action
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5 servings
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Difficulty: Easy
Nutrition Tip 
Cornmeal does not contain gluten. It makes a great alternative to baking with traditional flours.
Arepas are a popular food found throughout many Latin American countries, specifically Colombia and Venezuela. This popular side dish is made of ground maize dough or cooked flour and served alongside a flavorful protein dish.
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