Pork-and-Cheese Arepas with Tangy Cabbage Slaw

Name: Pork-and-Cheese Arepas with Tangy Cabbage Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups masa harina, preferably Maseca brand; 1 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons warm water; Kosher salt; 2 cups finely shredded red cabbage; 1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/2 pound roast pork, shredded; 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup); Hot sauce, for seasoning; Vegetable oil, for frying; Sliced pickled jalapenos, cilantro and sour cream, for serving

Servings: persons

2 cups masa harina, preferably Maseca brand
1 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons warm water
Kosher salt
2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 pound roast pork, shredded
4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup)
Hot sauce, for seasoning
Vegetable oil, for frying
Sliced pickled jalapenos, cilantro and sour cream, for serving

1
In a bowl, mix the masa harina, water and 1 teaspoon of salt to form a soft dough.
2
Cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 15 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, in another bowl, toss the cabbage, onion and vinegar.
4
Season with salt.
5
In a small bowl, combine the pork and cheddar and season with salt and hot sauce.
6
Form the pork filling into 4 compact balls.
7
Form the dough into 4 balls and cover with plastic wrap.
8
Working with one ball at a time, flatten it on a sheet of plastic wrap to a 7-inch round.
9
Place a pork filling ball in the center of the dough.
10
Bring the dough up to cover the filling.
11
Gently flatten the ball into a 4-inch patty and patch any holes or tears.
12
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
13
In a large skillet, heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil until shimmering.
14
Add the arepas and fry over high heat, turning once, until golden, crisp and heated through, about 6 minutes.
15
Drain on paper towels and transfer to plates.
16
Using a slotted spoon, mound the cabbage slaw on top of the arepas and serve with jalapenos, cilantro and sour cream.

254

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups masa harina, preferably Maseca brand, 1 3/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons warm water, Kosher salt, 2 cups finely shredded red cabbage, and more.

Yes, Pork-and-Cheese Arepas with Tangy Cabbage Slaw falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!