Shrimp-Stuffed Arepas Recipe

Name: Shrimp-Stuffed Arepas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup water; 3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1-1/2 cups masa harina; 1 cup milk; 2 Tbsp. oil; 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp Safeway 1 lb For $8.99 thru 02/09; 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes Safeway 1 lb For $1.29 thru 02/09; 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro; 1 Tbsp. lime juice; 1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese; 1 avocado, cut into 12 slices Whole Foods 5 ea For $5.00 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

2/3 cup water
3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1-1/2 cups masa harina
1 cup milk
2 Tbsp. oil
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp Safeway 1 lb For $8.99 thru 02/09
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes Safeway 1 lb For $1.29 thru 02/09
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1 avocado, cut into 12 slices Whole Foods 5 ea For $5.00 thru 02/09

1
Blend water and corn in blender until smooth; pour into large bowl.
2
Add masa harina and milk; stir until mixture forms soft dough.
3
Divide into 6 portions; flatten each to 5-inch round.
4
Cook on large griddle on medium-high heat 12 min.
5
or until both sides are golden brown, turning occasionally.
6
Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat.
7
Add peppers and garlic; cook and stir 1 min.
8
Stir in shrimp; cook and stir 2 to 3 min.
9
or until shrimp turn pink.
10
Add tomatoes, cilantro and lime juice; mix lightly.
11
Remove from heat.
12
Split arepas; fill with cheese, shrimp mixture and avocados.

352

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup water, 3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed, 1-1/2 cups masa harina, 1 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Shrimp-Stuffed Arepas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Shrimp-Stuffed Arepas

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