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Fried Polenta Chips Crispy and Cheesy

Crispy and Cheesy Fried Polenta Chips You’ll Love!

Fried Polenta Chips Crispy and Cheesy are a simple yet indulgent snack that everyone loves.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Polenta Base
  • 1 cup Polenta Quick-cook polenta is perfect for speeding up the preparation.
  • 4 cups Stock Choose vegetable, chicken, or lamb stock based on your preference.
For Flavoring
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Herbs Consider using rosemary or thyme.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with dairy-free cheese if going vegan.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Feel free to omit for a dairy-free option.
For Frying
  • Oil for Frying Opt for high smoke point oils like vegetable or canola.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Frying Pan
  • Kitchen Thermometer
  • Slotted spoon
  • Baking Tray

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a saucepan, bring your chosen stock to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Gradually whisk in the polenta, stirring constantly to avoid any lumps.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking until the mixture is thick and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the grated Parmesan, butter, and your selected dried herbs.
  5. Transfer the polenta to a lined tray, spreading it evenly. Let it cool at room temperature for 2-3 hours until firm.
  6. Once cooled, cut the polenta into desired shapes.
  7. In a frying pan, heat oil to 160-170°C (320-340°F).
  8. Fry the chips in small batches for about 2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried chips to paper towels to drain excess oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve these delicious chips with aioli or marinara for an extra flavor boost!

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