Venezuelan Recipes

Explore cozy Venezuelan recipes inspired by classic comfort foods like arepas, sweet corn pancakes, slow-simmered black beans, tender shredded beef, and creamy desserts. This collection features simple, approachable Venezuelan-style dishes made with everyday ingredients and warm, home-style flavors, perfect for breakfast, dinner, and special occasions.

Venezuelan Recipes (Cozy, Comforting & Made for Sharing)

Discover cozy Venezuelan-inspired recipes featuring arepas, sweet corn pancakes, shredded beef, black beans, fresh sauces, and comforting desserts. Simple, home-style meals made for sharing.

Sarah Smith

Jan 162 min read

Green soup with herbs on top in a white bowl, placed on a wooden surface. The soup has a smooth texture and a vibrant color.

Venezuelan Guasacaca (Creamy Avocado Herb Sauce)

Creamy Venezuelan guasacaca made with ripe avocado, fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil. This easy, no-cook sauce is perfect for arepas, shredded beef, and cozy bowls.

Sarah Smith

Jan 162 min read

Cake with white frosting, topped with raspberries and sliced strawberries, has a slice missing. The texture is soft and inviting.

Tres Leches–Inspired Venezuelan Cake (Soft, Milky & Comforting)

Soft Venezuelan-inspired tres leches cake soaked in three milks and topped with whipped cream. This cozy, creamy dessert is perfect for gatherings, holidays, and make-ahead entertaining.

Sarah Smith

Jan 163 min read

Pan-fried cheese slices sizzling in oil, with golden-brown crust, in a black skillet. Rich, appetizing texture and warm colors.

Queso Fresco–Style Pan Cheese (Warm, Golden & Comforting)

Lightly pan-fried queso fresco served warm and golden. This simple, cozy pan cheese is perfect as an arepa filling, side dish, or quick snack with comforting flavor.

Sarah Smith

Jan 162 min read

Stack of golden pancakes with syrup and butter on a white plate, set on a wooden table. Warm, inviting, and delicious.

Cachapas (Sweet Corn Pancakes – Cozy, Golden & Comforting)

Soft Venezuelan sweet corn pancakes made with fresh corn and lightly sweetened for a cozy, comforting flavor. These cachapas are golden, tender, and perfect with melty cheese for breakfast or brunch.

Sarah Smith

Jan 162 min read

Scrambled eggs with tomatoes, green peas, and cilantro on a white plate with a arepa. Marble background and fresh cilantro garnish.

Perico (Venezuelan Scrambled Eggs – Cozy, Fresh & Comforting)

Soft Venezuelan scrambled eggs cooked with onions, tomatoes, and peppers. This cozy Perico recipe is quick, comforting, and perfect for serving inside warm arepas or alongside beans.

Sarah Smith

Jan 162 min read

Black bean soup in an orange bowl topped with cheese, next to golden arepas on a colorful striped cloth, creating a cozy, rustic feel.

Venezuelan Black Beans (Caraotas Negras – Cozy, Rich & Comforting)

Slow-simmered Venezuelan black beans (caraotas negras) made with onions, garlic, and warm spices. Cozy, comforting, and perfect for serving with arepas, rice, or shredded beef.

Sarah Smith

Jan 162 min read

Shredded beef in a rich red sauce garnished with parsley, served in a dark bowl with silverware and three arepas on a white cloth background.

Pabellón Criollo–Style Shredded Beef (Savory, Cozy & Comforting)

Tender, slow-cooked shredded beef simmered with onions, peppers, and warm spices. This Pabellón Criollo–style recipe is cozy, flavorful, and perfect for arepas, rice bowls, or make-ahead meals.

Sarah Smith

Jan 163 min read

Close-up of a hand pulling apart a cheesy arepa, showing melted cheese stretching. Golden brown crust, background of multiple arepas.

Arepas (Warm, Cozy Venezuelan Corn Cakes)

Soft on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside, these cozy Venezuelan arepas are easy to make with simple ingredients. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Sarah Smith

Jan 163 min read