Description
These crispy polenta fries are a delicious appetizer or side dish that are easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups instant polenta
- 4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium pot, bring water or broth to a boil. Gradually whisk in polenta, stirring constantly until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the Parmesan cheese. Let cool slightly.
- Spread the polenta mixture onto the prepared baking sheet into an even layer about half an inch thick. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Cut into fry shapes and rearrange on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle remaining Parmesan over the top. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- For an extra crispy texture, ensure the polenta is spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Adjust seasonings to taste, adding more garlic powder or cheese as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg