Gluten-Free Crispy Polenta Fries
Transform your snacking game with these irresistible Gluten-Free Crispy Polenta Fries! Whipped up from coarse cornmeal, this recipe combines wholesome simplicity with gourmet flair. The polenta is gently simmered, enriched with optional parmesan for a savory twist, and then chilled to perfection before being cut into fry-like sticks. A coating of olive oil, Italian herbs, paprika, and black pepper ensures every bite boasts golden crispiness with a deliciously seasoned crunch. Oven-baked rather than fried, these gluten-free fries make a healthier alternative to traditional snacks, ready to serve alongside your favorite dipping sauces. Whether enjoyed as a party appetizer or a comfort-food treat, these crispy polenta fries will steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse cornmeal (polenta)
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of coarse cornmeal, reducing heat to medium-low. Continue whisking until the mixture is thick and smooth, for about 10-15 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 0.5 cup of grated parmesan cheese, if using, for added richness.
Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with olive oil. Pour the polenta mixture into the dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Let the polenta cool at room temperature, then cover it and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until it is firm.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the polenta is firm, invert it onto a cutting board and cut it into fry-like shapes – about 1/2-inch thick sticks.
Place the polenta fries onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush or drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of dried Italian herbs, 0.5 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of paprika evenly over the fries.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway, until the fries are golden and crispy on the outside.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm alone or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.0 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 4194 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.0 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 62.2 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1389 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 505 mg | 11% | |
*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.
