Arepa santandereana

Discover how to prepare the traditional Santander arepa, a recipe that combines simple ingredients and ancient techniques to create a dish full of flavor and tradition. Perfect for sharing with family or enjoying at any time of the day.

The Santander arepa is a symbol of the culture and tradition of Santander in Colombia. Its handcrafted preparation reflects the history of a community that has passed down its authentic flavors from generation to generation. Every bite tells a story of patience and love for local gastronomy.

Arepa santandereana

Pastry
1 hour
6 Servings
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Ingredients

1 kilogram of Peeled and cooked corn

1 cup of Pork crackling

1 Chopped yuca slice

1 tablespoon of Oil

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare the arepa, start by finely grinding the corn along with the yuca and pork crackling.

Step 2 : Then, gradually add to this mixture the salt dissolved in warm water and knead for 30 minutes until you get a smooth and manageable dough.

Step 3 : Form medium-sized balls with the dough or in the size desired for the arepas.

Step 4 : Place them on a damp cloth and flatten with your fingers until reaching the desired thickness.

Step 5 : Finally, cook them over low heat in an arepa pan until they are ready, avoiding burning.

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