STANDARD MASA FOR EMPANADAS

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Masarepa is cornmeal that has been precooked, dehydrated and ground into a fine powder. It's used all over Colombia, Venezuela and Bolivia for a variety of recipes, including arepas and empanadas.

Provided by J. Kenji López-Alt

Categories     snack, finger foods, pastries, project, appetizer

Time 30m

Yield About 24 (3-inch) empanadas

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 cups yellow masarepa (about 10 ounces)
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine masarepa, salt and 2 cups tepid water in a large bowl. Stir with your hands and massage into a smooth dough.
  • Take a small ball in your hand and press it flat. If the dough cracks, add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it is smoother and workable. (Small cracks around the edges are OK.)
  • Cover masa and set aside to rest for at least 15 minutes before using. Masa can be made several days in advance and stored in the fridge in a zip-top bag.
  • For empanada assembly and cooking instructions, proceed to Step 6 of this Colombian Beef and Potato Empanadas recipe.

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