CALZAGATTI (PAN-FRIED POLENTA AND BEANS)
From Italy's Emilia-Romagna, creamy polenta and cranberry beans are cooked together and then pan-fried. This particular version hails from Modena, famous for sports cars and Luciano Pavarotti. This recipe can also be called "casagai" or "cazzagai". This street food makes a lovely snack or appetizer and is best served with a light red wine. Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside a salad for a light meal.
Provided by Buckwheat Queen
Categories Side Dish Grain Side Dish Recipes Polenta Recipes
Time 9h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring 3 cups of water to boil in a large pot. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Sprinkle in polenta, whisking constantly, to avoid lumps from forming. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, until polenta is creamy and no longer gritty, 15 to 20 minutes. Turn off the heat.
- While polenta is cooking, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet. Add guanciale and saute until crispy. Add minced onion, garlic clove, and rosemary and cook until garlic is lightly browned and fragrant but not burned, about 1 minute. Remove and discard garlic clove. Stir in cranberry beans and tomatoes and simmer until thickened a bit, about 5 minutes.
- Fold bean mixture into polenta and mix well. Pour into a 9-inch square glass dish or silicone cake pan and allow to cool, about 30 minutes.
- Flip cooled polenta over and set out, covered with cheesecloth, to air-dry until most of the moisture has evaporated, 8 hours to overnight.
- Cut dried polenta into 2x3-inch rectangles.
- Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons oil. Add a few polenta rectangles to the hot oil and cook until brown and crisp, 3 to 4 minutes, without disturbing the calzagatti. Flip, and cook until brown and crisp on the other side. Remove and drain on paper towels. Continue with the rest of the calzagatti, adding more oil as necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 6.5 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 452.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
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Tangima Akter
[email protected]Calzagatti - a delightful surprise! I wasn't expecting much from this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. The polenta and beans were cooked perfectly, and the fried polenta crust was crispy and flavorful. The herbs and spices added a nice touch,
Bilal Waqas
[email protected]This calzagatti recipe is a must-try! The polenta and beans were creamy and flavorful, and the fried polenta crust added a nice crunch. The herbs and spices gave the dish a wonderful aroma and flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyon
Bishwas Shahi
[email protected]I tried the calzagatti recipe and it was a huge hit! The polenta and beans were cooked perfectly, and the fried polenta crust was crispy and golden brown. The herbs and spices added a wonderful flavor to the dish. Overall, it was a delicious and sati
Su jan Subedi
[email protected]Calzagatti - a new favorite! This dish was absolutely delicious. The polenta was creamy and flavorful, and the beans added a nice protein boost. The fried polenta crust was the perfect finishing touch, adding a crispy texture to the dish. I would def
Brendy Kabungo
[email protected]The calzagatti recipe was a disaster! The polenta was burnt and the beans were raw. The fried polenta crust was also very tough. Overall, it was a complete waste of time and ingredients.
David Vasquez
[email protected]I would not recommend the calzagatti recipe. The polenta was too mushy and the beans were too hard. The fried polenta crust was also very greasy. Overall, it was a disappointing dish that I would not make again.
RRR GAMING
[email protected]I found the calzagatti recipe to be too complicated for the end result. The polenta was too thick and the beans were undercooked. The fried polenta crust was also not very flavorful. Overall, it was a lot of effort for a dish that was just okay.
Waqas Raja
[email protected]This calzagatti recipe was a bit of a disappointment. The polenta was bland and lacked flavor, and the beans were overcooked and mushy. The fried polenta crust was also not very crispy. Overall, it was a mediocre dish that I would not recommend.
JOnathan Soto
[email protected]Tried the calzagatti recipe and it was a success! The polenta and beans were perfectly cooked, and the fried polenta crust was crispy and golden brown. The herbs and spices added a wonderful flavor to the dish. Overall, it was a delicious and satisfy
Yubaraj Singh
[email protected]Calzagatti - a delicious and easy-to-make dish! The polenta was creamy and cheesy, and the beans added a nice protein boost. I especially enjoyed the crispy fried polenta crust. It was the perfect comfort food dinner, and I will definitely be making
Ruthanne Rusovick
[email protected]This calzagatti recipe is a keeper! The polenta and beans were cooked perfectly, and the fried polenta crust was crispy and flavorful. The herbs and spices added a nice touch, making this dish a delicious and satisfying meal. I would definitely recom
The God Of Links
[email protected]Calzagatti - a pleasant surprise! I'm not usually a big fan of polenta, but this dish changed my mind. The combination of polenta and beans was surprisingly delicious, and the fried polenta crust added a nice crunch. I especially liked the addition o
Rehan ullah
[email protected]I'm a big fan of polenta, and this calzagatti recipe did not disappoint. The polenta was cooked to perfection, and the beans and herbs added a wonderful depth of flavor. The fried polenta crust was a nice touch, giving the dish a crispy exterior. Wil
Erika Garcia
[email protected]Calzagatti - a new favorite in our household! The combination of polenta, beans, and herbs was simply delicious. The frying process added an extra layer of flavor and texture. We served it with a side salad and it was the perfect comfort food dinner.
Aman Hanif
[email protected]Tried the calzagatti and it was a hit! The polenta was creamy and cheesy, while the beans added a nice protein boost. The fried polenta crust was the star of the show, giving the dish a satisfying crunch. Definitely a keeper recipe.
Elodia Zamfirescu
[email protected]This calzagatti recipe was a delightful culinary journey. The polenta and beans combination was hearty and flavorful, perfectly complemented by the aromatic herbs and spices. I especially enjoyed the crispy texture of the fried polenta. Overall, an e