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Easy, Colombian

Arepas de Queso

La ricetta originale, da cui nascono le versioni Low Carb, Protein e Low Fat.

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Arepas de Queso

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Scopri le arepas proteiche con ricotta e spinaci, un piatto sano e gustoso, perfetto per un pranzo leggero e nutriente!

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Time

40m

Servings

14 servings

Level

Facile

Nutrition at a glance

320 kcal

Calorie

16 g

Proteine

40 g

Carboidrati

10 g

Grassi

Ingredients

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Method

1

In una ciotola, unisci la farina di mais, la ricotta, l'uovo, il sale e il pepe. Mescola fino ad ottenere un composto omogeneo.

2

Aggiungi gli spinaci lavati e tritati finemente, quindi incorpora la paprika dolce.

3

Forma delle pallette di circa 70 g ciascuna e schiacciale delicatamente in forma di dischi di circa 1 cm di spessore.

4

Scalda l'olio in una padella antiaderente a fuoco medio e cuoci le arepas per circa 4-5 minuti per lato, finché non risultano dorate e croccanti.

5

Trasferisci le arepas su un piatto e servile calde, guarnite con un filo d'olio e una spolverata di pepe.

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Food culture

The story of Arepas de Queso

Arepas de Queso is a much-loved dish of Colombiana cuisine, with roots in the tradition of Facile. It captures the comfort and generosity of a real home table.

On Tasty Table Diary the original always comes first. The modern versions are created to respect the spirit of the dish while adapting it to different needs.

Cooking tips

Tips for the perfect result

Use the freshest ingredients you can find for the best flavour.
Build the flavour slowly and taste as you cook.
Don't rush the cooking: balance is everything.
Let Arepas de Queso rest for a moment before serving.

FAQ

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Can I make Arepas de Queso ahead of time?

Yes. It is often even better after resting, and it reheats beautifully.

Which is the lightest version?

The Low Fat version is designed to reduce fat while keeping the structure of the dish.

Which is the best version for fitness?

The Protein version boosts protein and satiety.

Can I freeze it?

Most versions freeze well in single portions for meal prep.

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