Crispy Parmesan Fried Polenta Bites

Golden-brown polenta squares coated in Parmesan, fried until shatter-crisp, and served with warm marinara for the ultimate finger-food indulgence.

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Ingredients (makes ±24 bites)
• 2 cups (480 ml) chicken or vegetable stock
• 1 cup (160 g) instant polenta
• 2 Tbsp butter
• ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan, divided
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 cup (120 g) panko breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs, beaten
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Chopped parsley & flaky salt, to finish
• Warm marinara sauce, for dipping

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Instructions
1. Cook polenta – Bring stock to a simmer. Whisk in polenta; cook 3 min until thick. Stir in butter, ¼ cup Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Chill & cut – Spread polenta ¾ in / 2 cm thick in a parchment-lined pan. Chill 1 hr, then cut into bite-size squares.
3. Coat – Stir remaining Parmesan into panko. Dip polenta squares in egg, then panko mix, pressing to adhere.
4. Fry – Heat ½ in / 1 cm oil to 350 °F / 175 °C. Fry bites 2 min per side until deep golden. Drain on paper towels; sprinkle with parsley and flaky salt.
5. Serve – Enjoy hot with marinara.

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