Vegetarian Polenta Slices with Fruity Tomato Sauce - Simple & Quick
These vegetarian polenta slices with a homemade, aromatic tomato sauce are the perfect soul food for anyone who loves a quick, healthy, and hearty meal. As a hobby cook with a penchant for Italian classics, I can tell you: polenta is not only incredibly versatile but also super easy to prepare. Gently frying the polenta slices creates golden-brown, crispy edges while the inside remains wonderfully creamy. The fresh tomato sauce, made without any fuss using sun-ripened tomatoes, a bit of aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs, turns this dish into a real treat. Whether you want something healthy after a stressful day or just crave a Mediterranean flair in your kitchen – this dish is guaranteed to turn out perfectly. Grab your wooden spoon and let's dive into the scent of fresh basil and golden cornmeal together, because homemade simply tastes best, meow!
Ingredients
Preparation
First, bring the water (250 ml) to a boil in a small pot, stir in the cornmeal (60 g) with a whisk, and let it simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes until creamy – make sure nothing burns!
While the polenta rests, dice the tomatoes (3) and finely chop the garlic clove (1).
Heat one tablespoon of olive oil (2 EL) in a pan, sauté the garlic briefly, add the tomatoes, and cook until a delicious sauce forms.
Spread the thickened polenta onto a plate, let it cool slightly, and carefully cut it into two equal slices.
Heat the remaining olive oil (2 EL) in a clean pan and fry the polenta slices on both sides until golden brown and crispy.
Arrange the crispy slices on a plate, pour the spicy tomato sauce over them, and garnish with fresh basil (5 leaves) – your little feast is ready!
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