How do I make vegan arepas with black bean filling?

Enjoy a plant-based delight with our vegan arepas recipe filled with flavorful black beans. A healthy and tasty alternative!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make vegan arepas with black bean filling. Items include: Pre-cooked cornmeal (maize flour) Salt Warm water Oil Onion Garlic cloves Cooked black beans Ground cumin Paprika Salt and pepper

Pre-cooked cornmeal (maize flour) 2 cups
Salt 1 teaspoon
Warm water 2.5 cups (and more if needed)
Oil 1 tablespoon
Onion 1 medium, finely chopped
Garlic cloves 2 cloves, minced
Cooked black beans 2 cups
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon
Paprika 1/2 teaspoon
Salt and pepper to taste

Take note
Keep in mind that cooking times may vary. Exercise caution when handling hot ingredients and kitchen equipment. Enjoy the process and have fun!

1

Preparing the Arepa Dough

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of pre-cooked cornmeal (maize flour) with 1 teaspoon of salt. Slowly add 2 and a half cups of warm water, stirring constantly, until you obtain a smooth dough. If the mixture feels dry, gradually add more water, tablespoon by tablespoon, until it reaches the right consistency. The dough should be soft and pliable.

2

Shaping and Cooking the Arepas

Divide the dough into equal portions and shape each portion into a round ball. Then, using wet hands, flatten each ball to form thick discs, about 1/2 inch thick. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray. Cook the arepas for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. You'll know they're ready when they develop a crispy outer crust.

3

Preparing the Black Bean Filling

In a separate skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute. Next, add 2 cups of cooked black beans, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well and let the flavors meld together for about 5 minutes.

4

Assembling the Arepas

Carefully slice each cooked arepa in half, creating a pocket for the filling. Fill each arepa generously with the prepared black bean mixture. You can also add additional toppings such as vegan cheese, avocado slices, or salsa if desired. Serve warm and enjoy these scrumptious vegan arepas!