Grilled polenta with roasted capsicum and olives

Prep
1h 10m
Cook
35m
serves
6
Grilled polenta with roasted capsicum and olives
Grilled polenta with roasted capsicum and olives
No meat tonight? Tuck into this delicious vegetarian dish that'll have you wanting more.

Ingredients (9)

  • 3 cups (750ml) chicken stock
  • 1 cup (250ml) milk
  • 1 cup instant polenta
  • 50g unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra to drizzle
  • 1 red and 1 yellow capsicum, roasted, seeds removed, sliced
  • 1/2 cup small black olives
  • 2 cups wild rocket leaves
  • Balsamic vinegar, to drizzle

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Method

  • 1.
    Place the chicken stock in a large saucepan with 2 cups (500ml) water.
  • 2.
    Bring to the boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to very low. Slowly add the milk, then the polenta, whisking continuously. Cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes, then add the butter and season with salt and pepper.
  • 3.
    Pour the mixture into a 20cm x 30cm shallow baking tray. Allow to cool, then place in the fridge for about 1 hour until firm.
  • 4.
    Place a chargrill pan over very high heat. Cut the polenta into 6 triangles and use the tablespoon of oil to lightly brush both sides. Chargrill for 3 minutes each side until charred and crisp.
  • 5.
    To serve, place a wedge of grilled polenta on each plate, top with slices of roasted capsicum, a few olives and some leaves. Drizzle with extra olive oil and a little balsamic vinegar.
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