Corn and Cheddar Arepas. Side dishes.

Corn and Cheddar Arepas

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  • Level: Easy
  • Total: 25 min
  • Active: 10 min
  • Yield: 4 servings
These golden, cheesy arepas celebrate the best of summer sweet corn in a simple, satisfying way. Fresh kernels and sharp cheddar are mixed right into the dough, giving every bite a burst of flavor and texture. Crisp on the outside, tender inside, enjoy them warm from the skillet with a sprinkle of salt, or split and stuff with your favorite fillings for an easy snack, side dish or light meal.

Directions

  1. Mix 1 cup precooked white cornmeal, 3/4 cup warm water, 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar, 1/4 cup corn kernels and 1 teaspoon each vegetable oil and kosher salt in a bowl; knead 2 minutes. Form into 4 balls and press into 4-inch rounds. Cook in a large nonstick skillet coated with vegetable oil over medium heat, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a rack set on a baking sheet; bake at 350 degrees F until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season with salt.