Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 unit

arepa dough

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

0.5 pound

beef ground

0.5 pound

pork ground

1 unit

onions

chopped

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

1 unit

green chili peppers

chopped

2 unit

tomatoes

peeled, seeded, chopped

0.5 tsp

achiote powder

0.5 tsp

cumin ground

0.25 tsp

thyme

0.25 tsp

black pepper

1 tsp

salt

8 unit

olives pimento-stuffed

sliced

1 tbsp

capers

Step 1
~7 min

Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~7 min

Add ground beef, ground pork, chopped onions, minced garlic, chopped green chile, chopped tomatoes, achiote powder, ground cumin, thyme, black pepper, and salt to the skillet.

Step 3
~7 min

Cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes, or until tomatoes have formed a thick sauce.

Step 4
~7 min

Stir in sliced pimento-stuffed olives and capers.

Step 5
~7 min

Prepare a recipe of basic arepas and shape into 3-inch discs (3/4 inch thick).

Step 6
~7 min

Cook the arepas.

Step 7
~7 min

Split the cooked arepas in half.

Step 8
~7 min

Fill with the meat sauce.

Step 9
~7 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or guacamole for extra flavor.

Serve with a side of rice and beans.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meat filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a cold beer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice and beans
Avocado slices

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South America

Cultural Significance

A staple food in Venezuela and Colombia.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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