{"id":1097,"date":"2022-08-09T20:27:34","date_gmt":"2022-08-09T20:27:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quearepas.com\/en\/?p=1097"},"modified":"2023-07-24T14:42:33","modified_gmt":"2023-07-24T14:42:33","slug":"arepa-ocanera","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quearepas.com\/en\/colombianas\/arepa-ocanera\/","title":{"rendered":"Flavors and aromas of tradition: arepas oca\u00f1eras and their culinary legacy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Have you ever tried the delicious arepa oca\u00f1era?<\/strong> If you haven't, you are missing out on one of the most emblematic and tasty dishes of Colombian gastronomy. Arepas oca\u00f1eras<\/strong> are a true culinary treasure, which encloses in each bite a rich history and tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will not only tell you about the flavors and aromas of arepas oca\u00f1eras<\/strong>, but we invite you to learn about the culinary legacy they have left in Colombia<\/strong>. Why is it important to know about arepas oca\u00f1eras? Because these delicacies are part of our cultural and gastronomic identity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Arepas Santandereana<\/a>, Arepas Boyacenses<\/a>, Arepas de Huevo<\/a>, Colombian cheese arepas<\/a>, Bandeja Paisa<\/a>, Ajiaco Colombiano<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We want to persuade you to enter the world of arepas oca\u00f1eras<\/strong>, to discover their ingredients and how they are prepared, to learn about their history and evolution over time. In addition, we invite you to get to know the variety of accompaniments that you can enjoy with them, as well as their nutritional value and health benefits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arepa Oca\u00f1era is a typical Colombian<\/strong> dish made with corn dough and water. It is usually cooked on a griddle or in a frying pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Its main characteristic is that only corn flour and water are used for its preparation, they are wide, very thin and are inflated when cooked using a banana leaf to give it a special flavor.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order to inflate them, one side is cooked for a short time<\/strong> and then turned over, being this side the one that takes longer to cook and is more toasted. The other side is inflated by separating the thin shell from the central dough and is the one that receives the filling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of the time arepas are eaten without any type of topping<\/strong>. However, they can be served with different types of sauces and fillings such as avocado and cheese or chicken salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It gives you a Arepa con Queso<\/a><\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is an Arepa Oca\u00f1era?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Oca\u00f1era is a medium-sized arepa, very thin and that inflates when prepared, leaving a small shell where it can be filled. It is originally from the region of Oca\u00f1a, Colombia, hence its name. No salt is used in its preparation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arepa Oca\u00f1era<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Main ingredient<\/td>Ma\u00edz o Harina de Ma\u00edz<\/strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Cooking method<\/td>Roasted or Fried<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Main feature<\/td>Unsalted, very fine and bulging<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Type<\/td>Typical<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
What to eat?<\/td>Cheese<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Summary of the Arepa Oca\u00f1era<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients and preparation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Para preparar las aut\u00e9nticas arepas oca\u00f1eras, necesitas pocos y sencillos ingredientes: masa de ma\u00edz, agua y sal. Es importante utilizar una masa de ma\u00edz fresca y de buena calidad para obtener arepas suaves y esponjosas.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make Arepas Oca\u00f1eras?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is an easy recipe to follow and prepare, with the following details you will please your palate. In other words, you will give yourself and your family a treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the steps to prepare arepas oca\u00f1eras:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. In a large bowl, mix the corn dough with water and salt, and knead until a uniform dough is obtained.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Form the dough into balls and flatten them into a disk shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Cook the arepas on a grill or griddle over medium heat for a few minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Serve the arepas hot and enjoy them with your favorite side dishes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    It is important to keep in mind that the consistency of the corn dough<\/strong> is key to obtain perfect arepas. If the dough is too dry, the arepas can be hard and if it is too wet, they can be soft and shapeless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Arepas Oca\u00f1eras Colombianas Recipe<\/h2>\n
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    The preparation process of this dish begins by preparing the dough with corn flour and water. Once it is ready, it is flattened on a griddle or pan to form a round shape that resembles a tortilla form. After that, it is cooked over medium heat on a griddle and then transferred to a grill.<\/span>
    <\/div>This Colombian arepas recipe is an authentic dish that was born in Oca\u00f1a, department of Santander, Colombia. This recipe has been passed down from generation to generation and nourishes the body and soul.<\/span><\/div>\n
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    Prep Time <\/span>8 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
    Cook Time <\/span>12 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
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    Course <\/span>Acompa\u00f1amiento, Aperitivo, Cena, Desayuno<\/span><\/div>
    Cuisine <\/span>Colombiana<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    Servings <\/span>4<\/span> Arepas<\/span><\/span><\/div>
    Calories <\/span>120<\/span> kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

    Ingredients
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    • 4<\/span> Tazas<\/span> Warm water<\/span><\/li>
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