Fried polenta panzanella

Prep
1h
Cook
12m
serves
4
Fried polenta panzanella
Fried polenta panzanella
Fried polenta panzanella
Panzanella is typically made using day-old bread, however we've added a unique twist by using polenta.

Ingredients (11)

  • 3 cups (750ml) Massel Vegetable Liquid Stock
  • 1 1/2 cups (250g) instant polenta
  • 2/3 cup (50g) finely grated parmesan
  • 1/2 cup (125ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed
  • 600g vine-ripened tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups basil leaves, torn
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Sicilian olives, chopped
  • 1 Lebanese cucumber, finely chopped
  • 125g ball mozzarella, torn

Don't forget you can add these ingredients to your Woolworths shopping list.

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Method

  • 1.
    Line a 20cm x 30cm lamington pan or baking tray with baking paper.
  • 2.
    Place the stock in a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to the boil. Add the polenta in a slow steady stream, whisking constantly for 2 minutes or until very thick. Remove from heat, then stir in parmesan and season. Spread the polenta mixture into the lamington pan, then chill for at least 1 hour or until set.
  • 3.
    Turn out the polenta onto a clean board or work surface and cut into small wedges.
  • 4.
    Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large non-stick frypan over medium-high heat. Add half the polenta wedges and cook, turning, for 5-6 minutes until golden and crisp. Repeat with another 2 tablespoons oil and the remaining polenta. Drain on paper towel. Set aside.
  • 5.
    Combine balsamic, garlic and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a bowl and season.
  • 6.
    Toss tomato, basil, olives, cucumber, mozzarella and polenta in a large bowl, then drizzle with balsamic dressing. Serve immediately.
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