Best 6 Baked Polenta Fries Recipes

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Baked polenta fries are a delightful culinary creation that offers a tantalizing twist on the classic French fry. Made from a creamy blend of cornmeal, milk, and cheese, these fries possess a crispy golden-brown exterior and a soft, flavorful interior. Whether you prefer them as a savory side dish or a delectable appetizer, baked polenta fries are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. This comprehensive guide will take you on a culinary journey, exploring the art of crafting the perfect baked polenta fries. From selecting the right ingredients to mastering the cooking technique, we have gathered valuable insights and tips to ensure that your next culinary adventure results in a batch of crispy, flavorful fries that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED POLENTA FRIES



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These delicious baked polenta fries can be made using tubes of prepared polenta found in the refrigerated section of local supermarkets.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Lunch Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tubes (18 ounces each) plain prepared polenta
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, or dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Unwrap and cut each tube of polenta in half crosswise. Then cut each half lengthwise into 8 wedges.
  • Drizzle olive oil on a large rimmed baking sheet. Place polenta wedges on baking sheet; season with salt and pepper, and turn gently to coat with oil. Arrange wedges in a single layer.
  • Bake, turning once with a thin metal spatula, until golden and crisp, 45 to 50 minutes. Drain on a paper-towel-lined plate. Transfer to a shallow dish, and toss with Italian seasoning before serving.

POLENTA FRIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/3 cups whole milk
2 cups polenta
Kosher salt
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
1/2 cup grated gruyere cheese
3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Bring 7 cups water to a simmer in a large saucepan. Combine 4 cups of the hot water and the milk in a heatproof bowl (the bowl should fit over the saucepan). Gradually whisk in the polenta and 2 teaspoons salt. Cover the bowl tightly with foil and set over the simmering water; do not let the bowl touch the water. Cook until very thick, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, brush a 9-inch square baking dish with olive oil.
  • Stir the cheese and butter into the polenta. Spread in the prepared dish and refrigerate until set, at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Slice the chilled polenta into eighteen 4 1/2-by-1-inch sticks and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the sticks with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake until golden, 30 to 35 minutes, turning halfway through.

POLENTA FRIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: nonstick cooking spray, milk, vegetable broth, polenta, unsalted butter, salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, olive oil, canola oil, mayonnaise, garlic, fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, pepper

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
2 ½ cups milk, of choice
2 ½ cups vegetable broth
2 cups polenta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried rosemary
olive oil, for brushing (if baking)
4 cups canola oil, if frying
½ cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  • In a medium pot over high heat, add the milk and vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  • Whisk in the polenta and reduce the heat to low, whisking continuously for about 5 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the polenta is creamy.
  • Add the butter, salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and rosemary and stir until well-combined.
  • Transfer the polenta to the prepared baking sheet and spread out evenly with a spatula. Chill for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days to set.
  • If baking, preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  • Make the aioli: Combine the mayonnaise, garlic, parsley, and lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix until well-combined. Chill until ready to use.
  • Carefully flip the baking sheet onto a cutting board to release the polenta. Slice in half lengthwise, and then cut into 22 equal-sized fries, each about 4 inches (10 cm) long and 1 inch (2 ½ cm) wide.
  • If baking, use a spatula to transfer the fries onto wire racks set over 2 baking sheets. Brush each fry generously with olive oil. Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through and brushing with more oil, until golden brown.
  • If frying, heat the canola oil in a large pot until it reaches 375ºF (190ºC). Using a large spider, submerge 2 fries at a time into the oil and fry for 2-4 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to cool for at least 5 minutes.
  • Serve the fries with aioli.
  • Enjoy!

POLENTA FRIES



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This is a great twist on the traditional french fry. If you don't want to go to the trouble of making your own by scratch, you can always buy prepared polenta at just about any grocery store, slice them into fries, and fry.

Provided by ALEC1967

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes     Polenta Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups whole milk
1 quart chicken stock
2 tablespoons butter
3 ¼ cups dry polenta
3 ounces Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper to taste
1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine milk, chicken stock, and butter; bring to rolling boil. Slowly whisk in polenta. Turn down heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until polenta pulls from edge of pan. Mix in cheese and parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Spread polenta evenly over a cookie sheet, and refrigerate until cold.
  • Transfer polenta to cutting board and cut into cut 3/4 by 3/4 by 3 1/2 inch sticks.
  • Heat oil in deep-fryer to 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Fry polenta sticks in batches until crispy. Place on dry paper towels to drain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.7 calories, Carbohydrate 53.7 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1435.6 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

BAKED POLENTA FRIES



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I fixed this easy dish for my dinner group and it was a hit! From Martha's "Food" cookbook

Provided by YaYa1689

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (18 ounce) tubes plain polenta
3 tablespoons olive oil
coarse salt
pepper
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450*.
  • Cut tube in half shortway, then cut the halves in half long way into 8 fry like wedges.
  • Using a non stick baking sheet with edges.
  • Drizzle the olive oil.
  • Arrange the wedges in one layer turning gently to coat.
  • Bake 25 mins, turn gently and cook 20 - 30 mins longer.
  • Turning more if you wish to be browned on all sides.
  • Drain on papertowel lined plate.
  • Toss with italian seasoning and salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1013.1, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 2.7, Sodium 89.5, Carbohydrate 196.2, Fiber 18.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 20.7

BAKED POLENTA FRIES



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Satisfies the craving for fries without actually having to fry anything. These are so easy to make, and are great for making in advance. You can make and cut the polenta in advance, and it's only a 20 minute trip in the oven away from a great snack. This would also work for making squares or circles of polenta to use as a base for an amuse or hors d'oeuvre. Feel free to play around with the liquid- you could try with all water, all chicken broth, add some milk, etc.You could also add cheese and try adding herbs or other flavorings. This is a really easy recipe to customize. And by all means, if you have the time to use real polenta, not instant, be my guest. For this application I have not found that it makes enough of a difference to warrant the effort.

Provided by Piaqua

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup instant polenta
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Follow the directions on your box of polenta to prepare it. They should look something like this:.
  • Bring the water and chicken broth to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, add the salt, and slowly stream in the instant polenta. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes (depending on the polenta).
  • Now transfer the polenta into a casserole or baking dish and spread to evenly coat (you should have a layer at least 1/2 " thick, but if it's thicker don't worry, you can always just cut the pieces in half later to thin them down). You can grease the dish if you want, but I never have a problem with it sticking.
  • Let cool for at least one hour and up to 2 days in the refrigerator (it will become solid and easy to work with once cooled).
  • When ready to cook, preheat oven to 450, remove the polenta from the dish and cut into strips that resemble fries (I like 1/2" by 1/2" and about 3" in length).
  • Place on a baking sheet and pour oil over the strips. Toss to coat and add salt or other desired seasonings at this point.
  • Cook for 20 minutes in the oven, turning once halfway through. Enjoy and eat alone or serve with your favorite sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.1, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 619.7, Carbohydrate 1.4, Sugar 0.2, Protein 2.4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh polenta, vegetables, and herbs will give your fries the best flavor.
  • Season the polenta well: Polenta is a bland starch, so it's important to season it well with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Use a non-stick baking sheet: This will help prevent the fries from sticking and make them easier to flip.
  • Bake the fries at a high temperature: This will help them get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
  • Serve the fries hot with your favorite dipping sauce: Ketchup, ranch dressing, or marinara sauce are all good options.

Conclusion:

Baked polenta fries are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional potato fries. They're easy to make and can be customized with your favorite seasonings and toppings. Plus, they're gluten-free and vegan, making them a great option for people with dietary restrictions.

To make the perfect baked polenta fries, use fresh ingredients, season the polenta well, and bake the fries at a high temperature. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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