Dinner Tonight: Honey-Chipotle Arepas

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Dinner Tonight: Honey-Chipotle Arepas
45 min.
2
525kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Dinner Tonight: Honey-Chipotle Arepas recipe! If you're looking for a quick, flavorful, and versatile dish that caters to various dietary needs, you've come to the right place. These arepas are not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free but also ready in just 45 minutes, making them perfect for a busy weeknight or a leisurely weekend brunch.
Arepas are a staple in South American cuisine, particularly in Venezuela and Colombia. They are typically served as a side dish or a snack, but with this recipe, we're bringing them straight to your dinner table. The combination of honey and chipotle adds a unique sweet and smoky twist to the traditional arepa, creating a burst of flavors that will excite your taste buds.
With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a satisfying meal that's packed with flavor. The caloric breakdown is well-balanced, with proteins, fats, and carbs all contributing to a wholesome dish. Each serving is around 525 calories, making it a substantial yet healthy option for any time of the day.
So, whether you're looking for a new appetizer to impress your guests, a quick snack to satisfy your cravings, or a fun cooking project to enjoy with friends and family, our Honey-Chipotle Arepas are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • servings canola oil 
  • 0.5  chipotles in adobo 
  • cups cornmeal 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup water boiling

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • spatula
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Mix the cornmeal, salt, boiling water, olive oil, honey, and chipotle in a large bowl. Stir until there are no lumps. If the mixture is too wet add more cornmeal. It should be a solid mass but still sticky. Set the bowl aside for 15 minutes.
  2. Dump the mixture out on a large cutting board, and divide into 4 equal sections. Flatten each piece to about 1/2 inch thick using a spatula.
  3. Preheat a griddle or a large skillet to medium-high heat.
  4. Brush the surface with canola oil.
  5. Add the cornmeal mixture and cook until golden brown on each side, about a minute or two.

Nutrition Facts

Calories525kcal
Protein5.92%
Fat43.48%
Carbs50.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.39
Glycemic Load
39.09
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.230434770007%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:525.34kcal
26.27%
Fat:25.67g
39.5%
Saturated Fat:2.83g
17.66%
Carbohydrates:67.23g
22.41%
Net Carbohydrates:59.36g
21.59%
Sugar:10.11g
11.23%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:591.06mg
25.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.86g
15.72%
Fiber:7.87g
31.48%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.97%
Vitamin E:3.75mg
25.01%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.58%
Magnesium:86.47mg
21.62%
Phosphorus:179.29mg
17.93%
Zinc:2.5mg
16.67%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.9%
Iron:2.56mg
14.2%
Vitamin K:14.35µg
13.67%
Copper:0.22mg
10.78%
Vitamin B3:1.98mg
9.88%
Potassium:261.64mg
7.48%
Selenium:4.86µg
6.94%
Folate:27.24µg
6.81%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.8%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.58%