*A Caribbean-Inspired Delight that is naturally gluten-free* #dinner #Glutenfree ### Introduction Being from the Caribbean, I have a deep love for a good arepa—yum, dushi ohm! This is my twist on the classic Reina Pepiada arepa, a dish that’s both comforting and packed with flavor. Living in the beautiful Netherlands, it’s not always easy to find this Caribbean delicacy, so I’ve created a version you can make right at home. For my gluten-free friends, rejoice! Corn flour, the heart of this recipe, is naturally gluten-free, so you can enjoy this treat worry-free. Whether you’re craving a taste of the Caribbean or looking for a flavorful, gluten-free meal, this recipe is a must-try! ![[IMG_9241.jpeg | 250]] ### Ingredients (2-3 people) * Arepa flour (1,5 cup): corn flour from the brand PAN (note this is gluten-free) ![[IMG_9221 3.jpeg | 250]] * Water (1 cup) * Salt (1 teaspoon) * Chicken filet (600 grams) * Chicken stock (1 cube) * 1 sjalot (diced) * Garlic (2 cloves, finely chopped) * Cilantro (20grams, finely chopped) * Parsely (20 grams, finely chopped) * Mayonaise (4 - 5 tablespoons) (you can use yoganaise for less crabs but then use less lemon juice) * 1-2 avocados * 1/2 lemon (juice) * Tabasco (or any other hot sauce) (2 teaspoons) ### Instructions Preparation chicken 1. Put the chicken filets to boil in a pot with the chicken stock for around 15-20 min 2. Once the chicken is fully cooked, throw the water away and let the chicken cool off enough to be able to handle ### Instructions Preparation arepa 3. In a bowl add the water and the teaspoon of salt, mix well to dissolve the salt 4. Add bit by bit the arepa flour, mix well every time, till you have added it all 5. Leave this to rest for a bit while you go and prepare the chicken salad ### Instructions chicken salad 6. Once the chicken has cooled of a bit shred the chicken and add to a large mixing bowl 7. Cut the sjalot, garlic, parsely and cilantro and add to the bowl with the chicken 8. Add the mayonaise and squeeze 1/2 lemon juice to the chicken and mix well 9. Add salt to taste ![[IMG_9229.jpeg | 250]] > [!Note] > some prefer to add the avocado to the chicken salad. I prefer to keep the avocado separately to extend the expiration date of the chicken salad. ### Instructions Arepa 1. Make the arepa by rolling handsize little balls and flattening them up ![[IMG_9230 1.jpeg | 250]] ![[IMG_9238.jpeg | 250]] 2. Fry the arepa in an unflavoured oil such as sunflower oil 3. Slice these babies open and add the chicken salad (and your sliced avocado if you have not added it yet to the chicken salad) ![[IMG_9241.jpeg | 250]] Simply Dushi !