Dairy-Free Crispy Polenta Fries
Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free snack with these Dairy-Free Crispy Polenta Fries—golden, crunchy delights that are as wholesome as they are delicious! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients like instant polenta, nutritional yeast, and fragrant garlic and onion powders, these baked fries are entirely plant-based, gluten-free, and packed with savory flavor. The magic lies in their perfectly crisp exterior, achieved through baking at high heat with a touch of olive oil, making them a healthy alternative to traditional fries. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, these polenta fries are beautifully finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and pair wonderfully with your favorite dairy-free dips, such as marinara or vegan aioli. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this recipe is a crowd-pleasing favorite that's easy to prepare yet irresistibly satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Instant polenta
- 3 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 0 Cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Once boiling, slowly whisk in 1 cup of instant polenta while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
Step 2
Reduce the heat to low, and continue to stir the polenta for 3-5 minutes, or until it becomes thick and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
Step 3
Stir in 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper until fully combined.
Step 4
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a bit of olive oil or cooking spray. Pour the cooked polenta into the dish and spread it into an even layer using a spatula.
Step 5
Allow the polenta to cool and set for at least 30 minutes. You can speed up this process by refrigerating it.
Step 6
Once set, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush the parchment paper with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 7
Carefully remove the cooled polenta from the baking dish and cut it into fry-like shapes.
Step 8
Arrange the polenta fries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each fry for even cooking.
Step 9
Brush the tops of the polenta fries with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway, until the fries are golden and crispy on the outside.
Step 11
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Step 12
Serve warm with your choice of dairy-free dip, such as marinara sauce or dairy-free aioli.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1029.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 481.9 |
| Total Fat 29.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2406.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.4g | |
| Protein 11.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 105.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 436.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories