Best Gorgonzola Polenta Fries Recipes

MASCARPONE POLENTA FRIES WITH GORGONZOLA FONDUTA

Steps:

• MAKE THE FRIES:.
• Bring the stock,water, salt, pepper, and bay leaves to a boil.
• Remove bay leaves and gradually whisk in polenta, stirring with a wooden spoon for 5 minutes.
• Stir in mascarpone.
• Line 1/2 of sheet pan with plastic wrap.
• Pour polenta into the pan and flatten evenly until smooth.
• Cover with plastic.
• Put in refrigerator for an hour, and then cut into 3 inch by 1-inch fries.
• When ready to fry, dust the fries with semolina flour and fry in canola oil at 375ºF for 2 minutes.
• MAKE THE FONDUTA:.
• Melt butter in a medium saucepan.
• Add shallots and sweat for 5 minutes, then add vinegar.
• Cook until vinegar is almost gone.
• Add heavy cream and reduce by half.
• Whisk in Gorgonzola and add water if consistency is too thick.
• Pass through chinois or fine sieve and pour over hot fries.
• Enjoy!

GORGONZOLA POLENTA FRIES

Steps:

• Bring water, cream, garlic, salt and pepper to a boil in a medium saucepan; slowly whisk in cornmeal. Cook over medium-low heat until mixture begins to thicken, then stir in cheese. Cook and stir vigorously for about 5 minutes more or until mixture is as thick as bread dough. Spread 1/2-inch thick on a baking sheet and refrigerate for 1 hour. Cut into 1/2-inch strips resembling French fries. Heat oil to 325°F in a large deep pan. Carefully cook fries in hot oil until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.