Learn how to make arepas, crispy corn cakes that need just three ingredients to make. Fill them with cheese, queso, or beans for a satisfying hand held snack.
Add the salt and warm water into a bowl and let the salt dissolve.
Slowly pour the arepa flour into the mixture, stirring consistently while doing so. Once all the flour is added, gently knead the dough several times, ensuring no lumps remain. If the dough is sticky, add more arepa flour, one tablespoon at a time, as needed.
Cover the bowl and set aside for 30 minutes.
Divide the dough into 8 portions. Grease your hands with oil and flatten each portion of dough into a thick disk shape, around ½-⅓-inch in thickness.
Heat a large non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat. Drizzle with a teaspoon of butter and use a paper towel to spread it around the entire pan. Place the arepas in the pan, cover, and cook for 7-8 minutes. Remove the lid, flip, and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.
Repeat the process until all the arepas are cooked.