Vegan Crispy Polenta Fries
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Vegan Crispy Polenta Fries—an easy and flavorful twist on classic fries that’s perfect for snacking or serving as a creative side dish. Made with creamy cooked polenta, seasoned with nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and smoked paprika, these fries are baked to golden perfection for a guilt-free treat. The polenta is chilled and cut into fry shapes before roasting in the oven, ensuring every bite is perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Best of all, this crowd-pleasing recipe is entirely plant-based, gluten-free, and pairs beautifully with your favorite vegan dipping sauces. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, these polenta fries are sure to become a new favorite for all your comfort food cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring continuously to prevent any lumps from forming.
Reduce the heat to low and cook the polenta for about 15 minutes, stirring frequently until it becomes very thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Stir in the nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
Line a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
Pour the cooked polenta into the prepared dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Allow it to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
Once the polenta is firm, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lift the polenta out of the dish using the parchment overhang, and transfer it onto a cutting board.
Cut the polenta into fry shapes, about 1/2 inch thick and 3 inches long.
Arrange the polenta fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush them with olive oil on all sides, ensuring they are well coated.
Sprinkle the fries with smoked paprika for extra flavor.
Bake the polenta fries in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden and crispy on the edges.
Remove from the oven, allow them to cool slightly, and serve warm with your favorite vegan dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1952 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 359 mg | 8% | |
*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.
