Amazing Arepas

Introduction:

Arepas here, arepas there, arepas arepas everywhere! Arepas are probably the most famous and popular food in Colombia. Everywhere I go, I see arepas! I see them on the street being sold in carts, in restaurants and in people´s homes. I see arepa flour and pre-made arepa dough or ´masa´ for sale in the food stores here. Arepas are not only delicious, but are also an important part of the culture here.

What food did I try?:

I tried arepas, which are a disk of dough made out of corn flour. mixed with a special cheese called queso costeño. The dough is cooked on a hot stovetop and is then cut open and stuffed with all sorts of yummy fillings! People put eggs inside their arepas to make ´arepahuevos´ and put meat inside them sometimes too. Other arepas are filled with vegetables and more cheese. Some of the street vendors will let you pick what you want inside your arepa! What would you pick?

How did I feel when I tried it?:

I feel very happy every time I eat an arepa! Colombians love arepas and because they´re such a big part of the culture. People love to talk about them! Many of my students ask me if I´ve tried arepas yet and what typed are my favorite. They always want to know if anyone has taught me to make my own arepas yet. I feel connected to Colombian culture each time I eat an arepa.

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