
Fried polenta with Parmigiano Reggiano and thyme
Tantalizing fried polenta sticks with Parmigiano Reggiano in the dough and on top, scented with fresh thyme. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect as an appetizer, finger food, or accompaniment for aperitifs. Serve with spiced tomato sauce!
Ingredients
- Cornmeal for polenta
250g250g - Water
1L1L - Parmigiano reggiano
100g100g - Fresh thyme
5g5g - Extra virgin olive oil
20mL20mL - Fine salt
8g8g - Black pepperto taste
- Oil for frying
500mL500mL
Purchasable products
Parmigiano Reggiano Frisona Cow 12 months (approx. 1 KG)
1 product1 product € 20.10
Preparation
- STEP 1 OF 8
Bring the water to a boil, add salt, and sprinkle in the cornmeal, stirring with a whisk to avoid lumps.
- STEP 2 OF 8
Cook the polenta, stirring often, for about 40 minutes over low heat.
- STEP 3 OF 8
At the end of cooking, add 60 g of grated Parmigiano Reggiano, black pepper, and chopped thyme.
- STEP 4 OF 8
Pour the polenta into a rectangular mold and let it cool completely (even in the fridge to speed up).
- STEP 5 OF 8
Cut the cold polenta into regular sticks.
- STEP 6 OF 8
Heat plenty of seed oil and fry the sticks until crispy golden brown.
- STEP 7 OF 8
Drain on absorbent paper, sprinkle with the remaining Parmigiano and fresh thyme leaves.
- STEP 8 OF 8
Serve hot with spiced tomato sauce on the side.
General Information
Storage notes
They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, reheating them in the oven or air fryer to regain crispiness. Do not freeze.
Origin
Italia, Toscana
Analysis
Attention
Macronutrients (100 gr)
Attention
Energy (kcal) | 314.39 |
Carbohydrates (g) | 9.8 |
of which Sugars (g) | 0.24 |
Fat (g) | 29.45 |
of which Saturates (g) | 5.34 |
Protein (g) | 2.95 |
Fiber (g) | 0.44 |
Sale (g) | 0.2 |
- Proteins2.95g·7%
- Carbohydrates9.8g·23%
- Fats29.45g·69%
- Fibers0.44g·1%