Cheddar Olive Arapas
For a more intense, slightly tangy flavor, try sharp cheddar cheese in these simple, delicious cakes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fine ground yellow cornmeal
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 Tbs unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 Tbs canola oil
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, olives, cheddar cheese, green onions and salt. Add melted butter and stir in water, until evenly mixed. Set aside to rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Divide dough into 8 (2 ounce) portions and form into 2 1/2-inch wide discs. Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Fry cakes for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 111
Calories from Fat 53 (48%)
(9%)Total Fat 6g
(10%)Saturated Fat 2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
(3%)Cholesterol 8mg
(9%)Sodium 223mg
(2%)Potassium 58mg
Total Carbohydrate 13g
(6%)Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 0g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(5%)Protein 2g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.
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