Yellow Masarepa
Description
Yellow masarepa is a pre-cooked, finely ground yellow corn flour, primarily used as the key ingredient in traditional dishes from Venezuelan and Colombian cuisine, such as arepas, tortas, and empanadas. It is gluten-free and is a good source of certain B vitamins, like thiamine and niacin.
Key characteristics: It is made from pure, selected yellow corn and is pre-cooked, making it easy to prepare.
Primary use: Its main function is as the essential base for making arepas, which are a type of flatbread or patty.
Other uses: It is also used for other dishes like tortas, breads, and empanadas.
Nutritional profile: It is fat-free and gluten-free, and it provides energy and is a source of vitamins B1 and B3 (thiamine and niacin) and folate.
Type
Grain
