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Arepas de Choclo
Colombia
A sweeter cousin of the everyday arepa, arepas de choclo are especially popular in Colombia's coffee-growing region.
Sweet corn arepas made from fresh choclo corn, griddled until golden and often filled with soft cheese — a beloved snack across the Colombian Andes.
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
495 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
400gfresh sweetcorn kernels
100gcornmeal
2 tbspsugar
100gqueso fresco, crumbled
2 tbspbutter, melted
Method
1
Blend corn kernels coarsely with sugar and butter.
2
Fold in cornmeal and a little of the cheese to form a soft, workable dough.
3
Shape into thick patties.
4
Griddle over medium heat for 8-10 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Chef's Tip
Let the dough rest 5 minutes before shaping — it firms up and is easier to handle.
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