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Arepa Reina Pepiada, and where to source it

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Cook the arepas on a dry griddle until a hard crust taps hollow, then finish in the oven so the middle sets without the crust burning.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep25 min
Cook15 min
Makes6 arepas
CuisineVenezuelan
Cost$$
Gluten-freeDairy-free
Contains  eggs
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 6 arepas
Precooked white corn flour (masarepa)
2 cups
2 cups
Warm water
2.5 cups
2.5 cups
Local / market
Cooked chicken breast, shredded
2 cups
2 cups
Local / market
Ripe avocados
2
2
Mayonnaise
1/3 cup
1/3 cup
Lime juice
2 tbsp
2 tbsp
Local / market
Cilantro, chopped
3 tbsp
3 tbsp
Local / market
Onion, finely diced
1/4 cup
1/4 cup
Local / market
Salt
to taste
to taste
Local / market
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●● Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets.
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
  1. Stir the masarepa and salt into warm water and knead into a smooth, moist dough. Rest 5 minutes.8 min
  2. Shape into thick patties and cook on a dry griddle until a crust forms on each side.12 min
  3. Finish the arepas in a 350F oven so the centers set through.10 min
  4. Mash one avocado and dice the other, then fold both with chicken, mayo, lime, onion, and cilantro.8 min
  5. Split the hot arepas like a pocket and stuff with the salad.4 min
The Toolkit

Griddle or comal · Mixing bowl · Baking sheet

Straight Answers
Can you make Arepa Reina Pepiada in an air fryer? — Not needed

It’s a salad — nothing to air-fry once it’s tossed. You can crisp a topping in one, though: croutons, bacon, or chickpeas in a single layer while you build the rest.

Can you freeze Arepa Reina Pepiada? — Best fresh

Not really — the vegetables and dressing turn to mush once thawed. Salads are a make-fresh thing.

Can you make Arepa Reina Pepiada ahead of time? — Best fresh

Dress it just before serving — the greens wilt and brown once coated. Wash, cut, and chill the components ahead, then toss at the last minute.

Is Arepa Reina Pepiada gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Arepa Reina Pepiada vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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