Arepa pelua
Arepa pelua is a beef recipe from Venezuela. It uses 12 ingredients, including beef, onion, red pepper, garlic, cumin, oregano and more. The method is broken into 7 steps with measured ingredients.
Method
- 1
Cook the meat: Place the flank steak in a pot with broth or water and salt. Cook over low heat for about 2 hours, until tender and easy to shred.
- 2
Shred the meat: Once cooked, drain and shred the meat using two forks.
- 3
Prepare the vegetables: Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a little oil. Add cumin, oregano, paprika, and salt. Stir in the meat and cook for a few minutes until the flavors are well combined.
- 4
Make the dough: In a bowl, mix the cornmeal with warm water and salt until a soft dough forms. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- 5
Form the arepas: Divide the dough into 6 portions, shape into balls, and flatten into thick discs.
- 6
Cook: Cook the arepas on a griddle or skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden. You can then bake them for a few minutes if you prefer them crispier.
- 7
Fill: Slice the arepas open on one side, fill with the hot shredded beef, and top with grated cheese.
About this recipe
What is Arepa pelua?
Arepa pelua is a beef recipe from Venezuela. It uses 12 ingredients, including beef, onion, red pepper, garlic, cumin, oregano and more. The method is broken into 7 steps with measured ingredients.
Where is Arepa pelua from?
Arepa pelua is a Venezuela dish — the recipe on this page uses the ingredients and method typical of that cuisine.
How many ingredients does Arepa pelua need?
This recipe uses 12 ingredients, each with a measure in the list on this page.
Is Arepa pelua vegetarian?
This recipe is marked Beef, so it is not identified as vegetarian or vegan. Check the ingredient list to match your diet.
Is there a video guide for Arepa pelua?
Yes — a YouTube walkthrough is linked on this page.
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