JALAPENO-JACK POLENTA CAKES WITH CILANTRO CORN SALSA
My submission for the 2007 Cooking Light contest. A hit with those who tried it but, sadly, did not make the cut. For the salsa, I like to roast 2 ears of corn on the cob for 15 mins in the oven, then cut the kernels off. Gives it an extra level of flavor!
Provided by RunninLion
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Slowly add the cornmeal while stirring constantly (important to avoid lumps).
- Reduce heat to simmer and continue to stir the mixture for 20 minutes or until the polenta is thick enough to hold a wooden spoon upright.
- Add jalepeno, cheese, salt and pepper to polenta and stir well to combine.
- Pour polenta in an oiled dish or pan and refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour but this will vary).
- While polenta cools, prepare salsa by combining all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper if desired.
- Remove cooled polenta from fridge and turn out onto cutting board.
- Cut into 8 servings and place on an oiled baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray or lighlty brush with oil.
- Place polenta in a 400 degree oven for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Place 2 servings on each plate and top with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.8, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 18.9, Sodium 136.7, Carbohydrate 33, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.4, Protein 9.4
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