Crispy Golden Polenta Fries with Roasted Garlic Dip
Introducing the Crispy Golden Polenta Fries with Roasted Garlic Dip- a savory twist on everyone's favorite snack. Made with pre-prepared polenta, these vegan and gluten-free fries are healthily baked to crispy perfection and served alongside a flavorful scape of garlic dipping sauce. Ideal for appet...
Preheat your oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
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Cut the tube of polenta into four equal parts width-wise, then halve these blocks lengthwise. Slice these portions into fries (about a half-inch thick).
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Arrange the polenta fries in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with the black pepper, garlic powder, and sea salt.
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Bake for 20 minutes, then turn the fries over and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until golden and crisp to your liking.
ROASTED GARLIC DIP
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Roast 4 cloves of peeled garlic with 2 tbsp of olive oil in a small oven-safe dish for 15 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and golden.
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Let the garlic cool slightly, then mash and combine with the vegan mayonnaise and lemon juice.
SERVING
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Serve the crispy baked polenta fries hot and fresh from the oven, with the roasted garlic dip on the side.