Turkey Arepas Recipe

Name: Turkey Arepas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7.5 ounces (1 1/2 cups) yellow arepa flour (such as P.A.N. or masarepa); 1 teaspoon salt, divided; 2 cups hot water; 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 1 cup finely chopped green bell pepper; 2 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 cups chopped leftover cooked turkey breast; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/3 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp white cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

7.5 ounces (1 1/2 cups) yellow arepa flour (such as P.A.N. or masarepa)
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 cups hot water
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
2 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped leftover cooked turkey breast
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup (3 ounces) shredded reduced-fat sharp white cheddar cheese

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt; stir well. Add 2 cups hot water; stir until well combined and smooth. Let stand 10 minutes. Divide dough into 12 equal portions, shaping each into a ball. (Dough should be moist.) Working with 1 portion at a time, roll each portion into a 3-inch circle (about 1/2 inch thick).
3
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 arepas to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned and crisp. Place on a baking sheet. Repeat procedure with 1 1/2 teaspoons oil and remaining arepas. Bake at 400u00b0 for 20 minutes or until arepas sound hollow when lightly tapped.
4
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add jalapeno, cumin seeds, and garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, turkey, cilantro, and black pepper; cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in cheese.
5
Remove arepas from oven; let stand 2 minutes. Cut a 3-inch pocket in the side of each arepa; spoon turkey mixture into arepas.

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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: 7.5 ounces (1 1/2 cups) yellow arepa flour (such as P.A.N. or masarepa), 1 teaspoon salt, divided, 2 cups hot water, 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Turkey Arepas falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Turkey Arepas

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