POLENTA CAKES WITH FRESH SALSA
These polenta cakes are the perfect way to switch up your summer menu. -Jacque O'Connor, Chicago, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat to a gentle boil; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Stir in serrano pepper, garlic and pepper. Cook and stir with a wooden spoon for 12-17 minutes or until polenta is thickened and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan. Stir in cheese., Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Cool slightly; cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours., For salsa, in a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, asparagus, green onions, cilantro, serrano pepper, salt and pepper; set aside., Cut polenta into eight pieces. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Serve with salsa; garnish with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Anthony Muia
[email protected]These polenta cakes were amazing! I will definitely be making them again.
Nazia Siddiqui
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my polenta cakes fell apart when I tried to flip them. Maybe I didn't cook them long enough?
Fredje GamerHD
[email protected]These polenta cakes were really easy to make and they turned out great! I served them with a simple tomato sauce and they were delicious.
Sanjeev YADAV
[email protected]These polenta cakes were a bit bland for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try adding some more herbs and spices next time.
Brian Benton
[email protected]These polenta cakes were delicious! I especially liked the crispy texture.
Mian Adnan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of polenta, but I thought these cakes were pretty good. They were a nice change from my usual dinner routine.
Michele Torstrick
[email protected]These polenta cakes were amazing! They were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and the salsa was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making these again soon.
Seneca Thurgood
[email protected]These polenta cakes were a bit too firm for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try making them again with a different ratio of cornmeal to liquid.
ziad yasser
[email protected]I've never had polenta before, but these cakes were a great introduction. They were flavorful and filling, and the salsa was the perfect complement.
Papato Mamata
[email protected]These polenta cakes were so easy to make and they turned out perfectly! I served them with a simple tomato sauce and they were delicious.
Adnan Gulab
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my polenta cakes were really dry. Maybe I didn't use enough liquid?
Ahmad Farman
[email protected]I thought these polenta cakes were great! I especially liked the crispy texture.
Mdaminulislam Aminul
[email protected]Meh.
Mfareed Jani
[email protected]These polenta cakes were a disaster! They fell apart when I tried to flip them, and the salsa was too spicy for my taste.
Robyn Berrett
[email protected]The polenta cakes were a bit bland for my taste, but the salsa was amazing! I'll definitely be making the salsa again.
David Casanova
[email protected]These polenta cakes were a nice change from my usual dinner routine. They were easy to make and the salsa was delicious. I would definitely make them again.
Tammy Vito
[email protected]I've made these polenta cakes several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're easy to make and so delicious. I love serving them with a variety of toppings, like roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, or a poached egg.
Yaassiin Amn
[email protected]These polenta cakes were a hit at my dinner party! They were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and the fresh salsa was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making these again.