Polenta Frita (Baked Polenta Fries)
Polenta frita, or baked polenta fries, is a crispy, gluten-free Italian snack that's ideal as a side dish or appetizer. This vegan recipe uses homemade polenta from scratch, skipping the frying for a lighter, healthier alternative, and pairs perfectly with dips, sauces, and a sprinkle of plant-based parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 cup polenta
- 1 + 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
Instructions
- 1
Prepare polenta mixture: In a bowl, combine water, polenta, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- 2
Cook: In a saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to low, slowly pour in the polenta mixture while whisking constantly. Keep whisking until the polenta thickens. At the end, stir in olive oil.
- 3
Chill: Pour the cooked polenta into a lightly oiled rectangular baking dish. Spread it out evenly, as it sets quickly. Let it cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or overnight.
- 4
Slice: Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Cut the chilled polenta into fries. Place the fries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 5
Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fries are golden brown and crispy. Enjoy!
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