Polenta (romanian Mămăligă)

Polenta, also known as Romanian Mămăligă, is a traditional Eastern European dish made from coarsely ground yellow maize. It is a versatile and comforting dish that can be served as a side or main course, and it pairs well with a variety of toppings and sauces.

Polenta (romanian Mămăligă)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup coarse yellow cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring the water, milk, and salt to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Gradually whisk in the cornmeal, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring frequently, until the polenta is thick and creamy.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
  4. Transfer the polenta to a serving dish and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Saucepan Whisk Serving dish

Tools

Cooking spoon Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve the polenta hot as a side dish with braised meats, stews, or roasted vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a creamier texture, use a combination of water and milk in the cooking liquid, and stir the polenta frequently to prevent lumps.

Cost

$5