Sweet and Hot Polenta Fries

Submitted by sweetysjd

"I have not tried these but they sound interesting. It was recommended that they are served with 'Instead of Ketchup'."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 24 fries
• Serves: 2-4

ingredients

• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1⁄4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne
• 0.5 (16 ounce) package prepared polenta, cut crosswise
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1⁄4 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons red bell peppers, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (parsley works too)

directions

1. Combine sugar, salt, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne; set aside.
2. Cut polenta lengthwise in 6 thin slices; cut each slice lengthwise into 4 strips.
3. Toss polenta strips in flour to coat.
4. In a skillet heat oil over medium-high heat, add polenta strips.
5. Cook 7-8 minutes stirring occasionally, until golden.
6. Drain on paper towels.
7. Place fries in a bowl with sugar mixture and toss to coat.
8. Sprinkle with the red pepper and basil.
9. Serve immediately or keep warm on a baking sheet in 325 degree oven for up to 20 minutes.

Reviews

[KelBel]

These were quite delicious! The polenta fried up nice and crispy and the seasoning was different and tasty. A nice change from fried potatoes.