Arepas Venezolanas

Ingredients

• •harina pan
• •water
• •salt
• •fillings
• •2 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 medium onion, diced
• •allspice to taste
• •1 teaspoon scotch bonnet
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare all ingredients: harina pan, water, salt. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

2. 2

   Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and allspice. Let marinate 15 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Jerk marinating - this is essential for authentic Jamaican flavor.

5. 5

   Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Add the main ingredients and cook until done.

7. 7

   Season with allspice and scotch bonnet. Taste and adjust seasoning.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while hot.

9. 9

   Garnish and serve with traditional rice and peas.