This Colombian turkey flatbread sandwich is stuffed like a pita, and has a delicious, savory filling. This is one of my favorite recipes. These small, handheld sandwiches are actually quite filling. With 21 grams of protein per serving, they make a satisfying and a fun lunch or dinner, and are a treat for the whole family. My kids love filling the corn tortilla pockets, and I love the fact that they’re eating a meal that’s high in protein!
PREP TIME:15 min
COOK TIME:30 min
TOTAL TIME:45 min
SERVES:6
Ingredients
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Nutrition per serving
290 CALS
21 G
33 G
9 G
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AMOUNT PER SERVING% DAILY VALUE
Calories
290
From Fat
80
Total Fat
9g
Saturated Fat
1.5g
Cholesterol
45mg
Sodium
500mg
Total Carbohydrate
33g
Dietary Fiber
4g
Sugar
2g
Protein
21g
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Combine flour and ½ teaspoon salt, then stir.
3. Stir in hot water until smooth.
4. Allow the dough to rest for ten minutes, then divide into 12 equal portions, shaping them into individual balls.
5. Flatten the dough balls into 3-inch circles.
6. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, warm 1½ teaspoons of oil.
7. Place 6 arepas in the pan.
8. Cook for two minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
9. Repeat with more oil until all arepas are done.
10. Place the cooling arepas on a baking sheet.
11. Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, or until arepas sound hollow when tapped.
12. While the arepas baking, prepare the filling.
13. Heat up remaining 1 tablespoon oil up in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
14. Add onion and bell pepper.
15. Cook for 5 minutes or until onion is translucent.
16. Add jalapeño, cumin seeds, and garlic.
17. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
18. Add in the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, turkey, cilantro, and pepper.
19. Remove from heat, then stir in the shredded cheese.
20. Remove the arepas from the oven, then cut a 3-inch slit in the side.
21. Stuff each arepa with the turkey filling. Enjoy warm.
Nutrition per serving
290 CALS
21 G
33 G
9 G
SEE MORE
AMOUNT PER SERVING% DAILY VALUE
Calories
290
From Fat
80
Total Fat
9g
Saturated Fat
1.5g
Cholesterol
45mg
Sodium
500mg
Total Carbohydrate
33g
Dietary Fiber
4g
Sugar
2g
Protein
21g
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