Crispy Baked Polenta Fries (Polenta Chips) with Rosemary and Chilli
These crispy baked polenta fries (also known as polenta chips) are golden and crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy in the middle, and flavoured with rosemary and chilli. Made from simple pantry ingredients, they’re naturally vegan and gluten-free, and perfect as a side dish, snack, or sharing platter. Baked rather than fried, they’re easy to prepare ahead and reheat beautifully.
Servings 4
Calories 114kcal
Equipment
- 1 non stick pan I don't usual recommend these but they are very useful here to stop the polenta sticking. I use a very well seasoned cast iron pan which also does the job.
- 1 Baking Tray lined with baking parchment
Ingredients
- 100 g quick-cook polenta
- 600 ml water
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 large shallot peeled and finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic peeled and finely chopped
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil plus extra for baking
- 1 sprig rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tbsp chives chopped
Instructions
- Grease and line a baking tray, preheat oven to 200C/180Fan/390F
- Bring water to a gentle boil in a non stick saucepan. Add salt and bay leaves.
- Slowly pour in the polenta, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until smooth and pulling away from the sides of the pan (about 5 minutes).
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared tray and smooth the top. Leave to cool completely until firm. This step is essential for clean slices and crispy results.
- Turn out the set polenta and cut into chunky fries or thinner chips, depending on your preference.
- Arrange the fries on a baking tray, brush with olive oil, and bake in a hot oven for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until crisp and golden.
Notes
Nutritional information is only an approximate guideline. Calculations will vary according to the ingredients you use and your cooking methods.
Nutrition
Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.4mg