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    Baked Polenta Fries

    Jan 3, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Super crispy baked polenta fries – healthy, delicious, vegan, and easy! Only for real fries and polenta fans! 😉

    baked polenta fries with ketchup

    If you love polenta, you can’t get enough of these crispy vegan polenta fries. They are seriously the most crispy fries you ever had and come with a soft and creamy core.

    Since they are baked in the oven with very little oil, it’s a much healthier alternative to deep-fried french fries. Plus, they add a welcome variety to your fries life! 😉

    crispy polenta fries with ketchup and mayo

    You can serve them as a side dish or as a quick and simple lunch with this green salad, ketchup, BBQ sauce, and vegan mayo! They are excellent too in combination with chipotle mayo. You can even serve them as a party snack, finger food, or for your next summer barbecue party.

    What I truly love the most about baked polenta chips is that they are so incredible crispy! Not comparable with any other fries. 

    Polenta is made with cornmeal and is therefore gluten-free and contains a decent amount of protein. Furthermore, this recipe is suitable for a low FODMAP diet.

    baked polenta chips

    How To Make Polenta Fries

    Read through this visual step-by-step guide with lots of extra tips!

    The exact quantities and everything else you need to know for the recipe can be found in the recipe card below.

    • In a large pot, bring vegetable broth and water to a boil. Add polenta, herbs, and dairy-free butter.
    Polenta Fries Recipe Step-1
    • Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
    Polenta Fries Recipe Step-2
    • Lay a baking sheet with parchment paper (or grease with oil) and spread the warm polenta evenly over it. Let it cool for at least one hour in the refrigerator (can be prepared the day before).
    Polenta Fries Recipe Step-3
    • Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C).
    • Once hard, cut polenta into fries.
    Polenta Fries Recipe Step-4
    • Transfer to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, brush each with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
    Polenta Fries Recipe Step-5
    • Bake for 25 minutes until crispy (no need to flip them). Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce (ketchup, vegan mayo, chipotle mayo, BBQ sauce, aioli).
    baked polenta fries next to a small bowl with ketchup

    Recipe FAQ & Tips

    Can I prepare the polenta fries in advance? Step 1 & 2 can be prepared up to 3 days in advance. Cover with a plastic wrap if you store it for more than one hour in the fridge.

    How long can I keep leftovers? Baked polenta fries can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge. Rebake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven at 430°F (220°C).

    Love cheese? Feel free to add some grated parmesan or dairy-free cheese when cooking the polenta.

    Which cornmeal should I use? The quickest way is if you use instant cornmeal. If you love Bramata polenta, go for it, but keep in mind that you must cook Bramata polenta for up to one hour (make sure to check the package instructions). Another way to approach this recipe is to cook polenta for dinner and spread the leftovers onto a baking tray. Then, use it within the next few days to make polenta fries.

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    baked polenta fries with ketchup

    Baked Polenta Fries

    Aline Cueni
    Super crispy baked polenta fries – healthy, delicious, vegan, and easy! Only for real fries and polenta fans! 😉
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Chill Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 40 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Vegan
    Servings 4
    Calories 340 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    Polenta

    • 2 cups (480 ml) vegetable broth
    • 1 cup (120 ml) water
    • 1 ½ cups (270 g) polenta
    • ½ tsp thyme
    • ½ tsp sage
    • ½ tsp oregano
    • 2 tbsp dairy-free butter or olive oil

    Polenta Fries

    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • sea salt

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot, bring vegetable broth and water to a boil. Add polenta, herbs, and dairy-free butter, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Lay a baking sheet with parchment paper (or grease with oil) and spread the warm polenta evenly over it. Let it cool for at least one hour in the refrigerator (can be prepared the day before).
    • Preheat the oven to 430°F (220°C).
    • Once hard, cut polenta into fries. Transfer to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, brush each with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
    • Bake for 25 minutes until crispy (no need to flip them). Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce (ketchup, vegan mayo, chipotle mayo, BBQ sauce, aioli).

    Notes

    Make-Ahead: Step 1 & 2 can be prepared up to 3 days in advance. Cover with a plastic wrap if you store it for more than one hour in the fridge.
    Leftovers: Baked polenta fries can be stored for up to 2 days in the fridge. Rebake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven at 430°F (220°C).
    Feel free to add some grated parmesan or dairy-free cheese when cooking the polenta. 
     

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    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Baked Polenta Fries
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 340 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Sodium 520mg23%
    Potassium 82mg2%
    Carbohydrates 49g16%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 378IU8%
    Calcium 4mg0%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Mari El says

      April 12, 2022 at 2:12 pm

      Very tasty! I love polenta and this makes two different polenta meals for two days for us.

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      • Aline Cueni says

        April 15, 2022 at 12:05 pm

        So glad to hear! Thank you for your kind comment! 💕

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