Crispy polenta medallions with turkey sausage and caramelized onion are a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is perfect for a brunch, lunch, or dinner, and can be easily customized to suit your dietary needs. The crispy polenta medallions are made from a mixture of polenta, eggs, and cheese, and are pan-fried until golden brown. The turkey sausage is cooked until browned and flavorful, and the caramelized onions add a sweet and savory note to the dish. Served together, these components create a culinary experience that is both satisfying and memorable.
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CRISPY POLENTA MEDALLIONS
Anson Mills polenta, once it stiffens, is particularly well suited to this recipe for crispy rounds, though any polenta will work. The Anson Mills remains very creamy on the inside and crisps up beautifully on the surface. Make sure to cook these long enough in the oil - they should be a deep golden brown, and crispy. I topped the hot medallions with a dab of blue cheese, which softened and partially melted onto the crisp surface; heaven. I also love romesco with these, as well as green pipian and simple marinara sauce.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, snack, appetizer, side dish
Time 50m
Yield Serves 8 to 12 as an hors d'oeuvre
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cover a baking sheet with plastic or lightly oil a baking dish. Make polenta and when done, pour onto plastic or into lightly oiled baking dish. Spread to a thickness of about 1/3 inch using an offset spatula. If you are using a baking dish and can't spread the polenta that thin, you can always slice the rounds after they are cut to make thinner medallions. Cover with plastic and allow to stiffen completely, preferably in the refrigerator overnight.
- Cut the stiff polenta into 1 1/2 to 2-inch rounds with a cookie cutter. If the rounds are thick, cut crosswise into 1/3 inch thick rounds.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in a heavy nonstick or cast iron skillet. The polenta should sizzle as soon as you place the medallion in the oil. Cook the rounds in batches until nicely browned on each side, about 3 minutes per side. Turn them carefully with a spatula, and do not crowd the pan. Drain on paper towels. Transfer to a platter while warm and place a pinch - about 1/4 teaspoon - of blue cheese on each round. It should soften and melt a little bit on the hot surface of the polenta. Or top with small dollops of the other toppings of your choice. Serve warm (they are also good when they cool down).
CRISPY SEASONED POLENTA SQUARES
Crisp polenta squares make a delightful side for a variety of main dishes. Sun-dried tomatoes and just the right amount of seasoning make them seem special...a dollop of sour cream adds the finishing touch! Shelly Fisher - Hermiston, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, bring the water, tomatoes, salt, onion and garlic to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 15-20 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Stir in cheese and oregano. Spread into a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes., Cut polenta into nine squares. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and milk. In another shallow bowl, combine bread crumbs and cilantro. Dip polenta in the egg mixture, then bread crumb mixture. , In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook polenta in oil in batches for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CRISPY POLENTA MEDALLIONS WITH TURKEY SAUSAGE AND CARAMELIZED ON
Up until a few months ago, I never tried Polenta. I was kind of scared of it to be honest, but since we've been into healthy cooking lately I thought I'd take the plunge when I saw a tube of fat-free Polenta at Fresh 'n Easy one afternoon...and I was feeling gutsy. I developed this yummy recipe
Provided by Melanie B.
Categories Poultry
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drizzle about the Honey on each side of the Polenta. Season with some salt and pepper.
- Cook the Polenta on a grill pan at medium-high heat with a little olive oil or non-stick cooking spray. It needs about 4-5 minutes per side. Avoid moving around too much as to create pretty grill marks. Cook until crispy on outside and pull off of the pan. Add the sausages and cook until browned, about 2 minutes each side.
- In a separate saute pan, caramelize the onions at medium high heat with a little olive oil. Season. Add Peppers and Tomatoes. Season again and cook until softened. Add the oregano and marinara sauce. Cook until all ingredients are cooked through.
- Place Polenta medallions on 4 plates. Top with sausage slices. Add 1/4 of the onion, pepper, and tomato mixture to each plate. Arrange to look pretty. Top with a sprinkle of fresh chopped Parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 517.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 206.7, Carbohydrate 114.3, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 23.5, Protein 10.9
TURKEY SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS WITH POLENTA
Provided by Food Network
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1.Preheat a non-stick or lightly oiled skillet over medium high heat.
- 2.Add sausages. Turn sausages frequently with tongs to brown all sides. After browning (5-7 minutes) reduce heat to medium, add one-half to two-thirds cup water, cover, turn sausages occasionally, and cook to 165°. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- 3.Add peppers and onion to skillet; season with salt and pepper. Cook about 5 minutes or until vegetables start to brown.
- 4.Add Italian seasoning and garlic; cook 2 minutes.
- 5.Add tomatoes, tomato paste and chili flakes. Simmer about 10 minutes or until sauce thickens.
- 6.In large saucepan over medium heat, bring polenta, water and one-half teaspoon salt to a boil, stirring constantly until polenta thickens.
- 7.Cook about 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
- 8.Transfer polenta to serving bowl or individual bowls, top with pepper sauce and sausages.
- 9.Garnish with Parmesan cheese and/or chopped parsley, if desired.
- Note: For food safety, cook turkey to a minimum internal temperature of 165° as measured by a meat thermometer.
POLENTA BITES WITH CARAMELIZED MUSHROOMS
Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield about 50 spoonfuls
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook the polenta: In a medium, heavy pot over high heat bring the cream, stock, salt, and nutmeg to a boil. Add the polenta gradually, whisking constantly. When the mixture thickens, switch to a wooden spoon and adjust the heat to maintain a bare simmer. Cook, stirring often, until thick, smooth, and creamy, about 15 minutes. Add the Parmesan and stir. Keep the polenta warm over low heat, stirring occasionally. If the polenta gets dry as it sits, stir in about 1/4 cup of warm stock or cream.
- Saute the mushrooms: In a medium skillet over high heat, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, sprinkle in the mushrooms in a single layer. Don't stir them! Let them sizzle until they have caramelized on the bottom, about 2 minutes. When the bottoms are caramelized, toss them once and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Continue to cook without stirring for about 5 minutes. Season mushrooms with salt and pepper. Add the butter and cook until it begins to brown, then add the garlic. Continue to cook until the garlic begins to brown. Add the thyme and cook for about 10 seconds. Add the lemon juice and cook until the liquid evaporates. Add the wine, and simmer until the mushrooms are glazed with the sauce. Add the parsley. Then stir and remove the pan from the heat.
- Place or pipe about 1 tablespoon of warm polenta onto a spoon. Place about 1/2 teaspoon of the mushroom on top of the polenta. Garnish with grated Parmesan. Serve immediately.
TURKEY MEDALLIONS WITH CARAMELIZED ONION CIDER SAUCE
These turkey medallions will definitely tempt your palate! Turkey tenderloins are cut from the center of the turkey breast. The sauce gets its mellow sweetness from the caramelized onions and apple cider. An impressive presentation for those busy nights when you want something quick, easy and Mm-mm good!
Provided by ninja
Categories Poultry
Time 23m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine flour, salt and pepper. Slice tenderloin into 1 inch thick medallions; flatten slightly with the heel of your hand. Coat both sides of medallions with flour, shaking off excess. Reserve remaining flour mixture.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add medallions and cook until no longer pink, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer meat to a platter and cover to keep warm.
- Place skillet with drippings over medium heat. Add remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 7 minutes.
- Stir in reserved flour mixture and thyme; cook and stir for 1 minute. Whisk in chicken broth and apple cider. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Pour sauce over medallions and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.9, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 105.6, Sodium 231.8, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 43.1
CRISPY POLENTA
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dinner Recipes Dinner Side Dishes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Brush a small rimmed baking sheet with olive oil; set aside. In a large pot, bring 6 cups water to a boil over high heat; season with salt. Slowly whisk in polenta, and cook, partially covered, and stirring every 4 to 5 minutes, over medium-low heat until it begins to thicken, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Carefully pour polenta onto prepared baking sheet, spreading it out to an even thickness. Let cool, and tear into 1-inch pieces; lightly dust with flour.
- Line a baking sheet with paper towels; set aside. Meanwhile, heat sunflower oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot until it registers 350 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer. Using a slotted spoon, carefully add polenta in batches while maintaining the temperature of the oil. Cook until crispy, about 4 minutes. Transfer to prepared baking sheet to drain. Serve immediately seasoned with sea salt.
Tips:
- Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Be sure to cook the polenta until it is creamy and tender, but not too soft.
- When frying the polenta medallions, be sure to use a non-stick skillet and cook them over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the polenta medallions immediately after cooking, while they are still hot and crispy.
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, you can substitute crumbled tofu or tempeh for the turkey sausage.
Conclusion:
Crispy polenta medallions with turkey sausage and caramelized onions are a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. The polenta is creamy and tender on the inside, while the turkey sausage and caramelized onions add a savory and flavorful touch that will please everyone at the table. This dish is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give crispy polenta medallions with turkey sausage and caramelized onions a try!
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