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Traditional Romanian Polenta

Traditional Romanian Polenta recipe

Polenta is a staple food in Romanian cuisine and is often served as a side dish or main course.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 5.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 30 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 50 mins
Servings 4
Calories 1000
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Polenta
  • 4 cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 1 cup Grated cheese
Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Add salt.
  2. Slowly pour the polenta into the boiling water, stirring constantly.
  3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in butter until melted.
  6. Serve hot with grated cheese on top.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 250kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Sugars 2g
Protein 5g10%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.