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Arepas de Papa (Potato Arepas)
The most popular arepas in Colombia are made with fresh corn (hominy) or precooked corn flour (masarepa). However, we also make them with fresh sweet corn, plantains, cassava and potatoes. These potato arepas, or arepas de papa, are very simple to make and delicious. The outside is crispy and golden, while the middle stays wonderfully
- Prep time
- 14 min
- Cook time
- 31 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 1 cup of mashed potatoes
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 3 tablespoons whole milk
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 cup of masarepa (precooked corn flour)
- Salt to your taste
- Spray oil to cook the arepas
Instructions
- 1
Place all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
- 2
Make small balls with the mixture. Shape the dough into thick cakes.
- 3
Spray a nonstick pan with oil and place over medium heat. Place the arepas in the pan, and cook about 3 minutes on each side, until a crust forms or they are golden brown.