SHRIMP-STUFFED AREPAS

Shrimp-Stuffed Arepas image

We stacked garlicky shrimp, peppers, tomatoes and avocado slices between toasty arepas for an entrée that's sure to attract attention-and recipe requests!

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

2/3 cup water
3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1-1/2 cups masa harina
1 cup milk
2 Tbsp. oil
1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb. uncooked deveined peeled medium shrimp
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
1 avocado, cut into 12 slices

Steps:

Blend water and corn in blender until smooth; pour into large bowl. Add masa harina and milk; stir until mixture forms soft dough. Divide into 6 portions; flatten each to 5-inch round. Cook on large griddle on medium-high heat 12 min. or until both sides are golden brown, turning occasionally.
Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add peppers and garlic; cook and stir 1 min. Stir in shrimp; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until shrimp turn pink. Add tomatoes, cilantro and lime juice; mix lightly. Remove from heat.
Split arepas; fill with cheese, shrimp mixture and avocados.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 36 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 24 g