Arepa

Traditional arepas are made from precooked cornmeal, water, and salt — a short, simple ingredient list with no natural histamine concerns.

• Plain is best — a basic arepa on its own is low-histamine, but the fillings are where things can shift quickly, since cheese, cured meats, or fermented sauces are common additions

• Packaged mixes vary — some commercial arepa flours include additives or preservatives worth checking, though plain masarepa (precooked white or yellow cornmeal) is typically straightforward

Keeping fillings simple — think fresh cheese, beans, or shredded chicken — helps arepas stay comfortably low-histamine.