Jackfruit “Mechada” Stuffed Arepas - Center for Nutrition Studies

Jackfruit “Mechada” Stuffed Arepas - Center for Nutrition Studies

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In Venezuela, a meal is not complete without arepas. These delicious cornmeal patties are typically stuffed with meat and prepared in different ways, depending on the region.

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Ingredients

  • Venezuelan Corn Arepas
  • 1 14-ounce can of green jackfruit, drained
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp of ground annatto or turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp plant-based Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ onion, diced
  • ½ red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth
  • 4 Tbsp tomato sauce
  • 3 small sweet peppers (aji dulce), chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup de Tofu Mayonnaise
  • juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • Water

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