Fill in the Blanks RecipesOnline version Recipes by celica Chamorro 1 Finally First After Next that Then Green Plantain Arepas Ingredients ( 6 arepas ) 3 green plantains , peeled and diced 1 / 2 cup of masa arepa 4 tablespoons of water 5 tablespoons of melted butter 1 / 2 cup of grated mozzarella cheese or queso blanco Salt to taste Butter or oil spray to cook the arepas Preparation , boil the plantains in a pot with water for about 30 minutes . Let them cool for about 5 minutes , then peel the cooked ripe plantains . , place the plantains , masa arepa , water , melted butter , cheese and salt to your taste . Let mixture stands for five minutes . , make small balls with the mixture . Shape the dough into thick cakes . , add the butter or oil spray to a non - stick pan over medium heat . Place the arepas in the pan and cook about 3 minutes on each side , until a crust forms or they are golden brown . , serve them warm with butter and cheese or as a side dish .