Homemade South American Arepas
The Spruce / Julia Estrada Arepas, a staple food in both Venezuela and Colombia, are corn cakes made from special precooked corn flour. You can find this cornmeal/flour in Latin food stores, labeled masarepa, or masa al instante. Arepas are crispy on the outside with a soft and creamy center. They have a milder corn flavor than tortillas