Crispy Polenta Fries
Transform your snacking game with these irresistibly **Crispy Polenta Fries**, the perfect side dish or appetizer! Made from creamy polenta infused with Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and a hint of black pepper, these fries are baked to golden perfection with a touch of olive oil and aromatic dried rosemary. With a crisp exterior and tender interior, they deliver a satisfying contrast in every bite. This recipe is not only gluten-free and budget-friendly but also easy to prepare, with just 15 minutes of hands-on time. Serve them hot straight out of the oven with your favorite dipping sauce for an elevated finger food that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfect for family gatherings, game nights, or a simple indulgent treat, these oven-baked polenta fries are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams instant polenta
- 750 milliliters water
- 50 grams parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons dried rosemary
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the salt and stir.
Gradually whisk in the instant polenta, reducing the heat to low. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the polenta thickens.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and half of the olive oil. Mix well to combine.
Pour the polenta into a greased 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the polenta is firm, remove it from the refrigerator and cut it into fries, about 1 cm wide and 8 cm long.
Place the polenta fries on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the fries and sprinkle with dried rosemary.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the fries are golden brown and crispy, flipping them halfway through the baking time.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your crispy polenta fries with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.9 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 3235 mg | 141% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 605 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 29 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
