Chile Lime Shrimp Arepa

Description

A weeknight seafood arepa where buttery chile-lime shrimp carry most of the flavor load.

Ingredients

• 2 cups masarepa arepa dough
• 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled
• 1 tbsp neutral oil
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• Salt and pepper

Preparation

1. Pan-cook arepas until crisp outside and tender inside.
2. Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and chili powder.
3. Sear shrimp in oil for 1 to 2 minutes per side; finish with butter and lime juice.
4. Lightly salt cabbage.

Assembly

1. Fill split arepas with shrimp.
2. Add cabbage and avocado slices.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with hot sauce.
• Pair with simple black beans.

Notes or Variations

• Use fish chunks if shrimp is unavailable.
• Add chopped cilantro for freshness.