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Dominican Arepitas de Maíz

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Melissa Baily
Updated Jul 20, 2017
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  • There are many variations in Latin America as to what an arepa is. In the Dominican Republic, these mini fried patties are called arepitas and are made with corn. These arepitas de maíz are a childhood favorite for many Dominicans. They are easy to make and they can be enjoyed as a side dish, main meal or as a snack, as well as a breakfast option with a cup of hot chocolate on the side.

Dominican Arepitas de Maíz

  • Prep Time 10 min
  • Total 20 min
  • Servings 15
  • Ingredients 8
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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups corn meal
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  • Step 
    1
    Combine corn meal and baking powder. Set aside.
  • Step 
    2
    Add milk, butter, salt, and sugar to sauce pan and heat over medium high until milk is warm and sugar, butter, and salt have dissolved.
  • Step 
    3
    Remove pan from the heat and add corn meal mixture.
  • Step 
    4
    After well combined, add eggs and mix well.
  • Step 
    5
    Drop one tablespoon at a time in a skillet with very hot oil and cook until golden brown, turning once on each side.

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