Arepas

1. 1

   Put the cornmeal in a food processor or blender and grind until fine.

2. 2

   Transfer to a large bowl and mix with the salt and cheese.

3. 3

   Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until it comes to a steady simmer.

4. 4

   Add the butter and stir until melted.

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and stir into the cornmeal mixture to form a thick batter.

6. 6

   Fold in the corn kernels.

7. 7

   Let the batter rest until it thickens into a soft dough, about 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Form 1-inch balls from the mixture and flatten with your palm to 1/4-inch-thick disks.

9. 9

   Heat the oil in a large skillet and cook the arepas, working in batches, until golden brown, about 5 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 minutes on the other side.

10. 10

    Serve hot with butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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