Colombian Arepas

1. 1

   Stir the warm water, salt, and melted butter together inside a medium bowl.

2. 2

   Gradually pour in the pre-cooked corn flour while using your hands to blend constantly so no lumps form. Work the mixture for about 2 minutes to create a soft, flexible dough. Stir in a little extra warm water if the mixture feels dry.

3. 3

   Incorporate the shredded mozzarella cheese by kneading it thoroughly into the dough. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Split the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape each into a round ball. Press each ball down carefully using the palms of your hands to make patties approximately 1/2-inch thick, using moistened fingers to fix any cracks along the sides.

5. 5

   Warm up a slightly oiled pan or griddle over medium heat. Fry the arepas for 5 to 7 minutes per side, waiting for dark golden-brown spots to appear. Serve warm.

Recipe by @healthysimpleyum on TikTok. See the original for their notes and tips.