Fried Cornmeal

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Fried Cornmeal
  • Cornmeal : 1 cup
  • Water : 2 cups
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Olive Oil : 2 tablespoons
  • Chouriço (Portuguese sausage) (sliced) : 1 link
  • Garlic (minced) : 2 cloves
  • Parsley (chopped) : 2 tablespoons

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Steps

• Boil water in a pot and add salt.
• Slowly pour in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
• Cook the cornmeal mixture for about 15-20 minutes until it thickens.
• Pour the cooked cornmeal into a greased dish and let it cool and set.
• Cut the set cornmeal into slices or squares.
• In a pan, heat olive oil and fry the cornmeal slices until golden brown on both sides.
• In another pan, sauté the sliced chouriço until slightly crispy.
• Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
• Serve the fried cornmeal topped with the chouriço and garlic mixture.
• Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Tips

• Use a non-stick pan for frying the cornmeal slices to prevent sticking.
• Adjust the salt according to your taste preference.
• You can add other toppings like fried eggs or sautéed vegetables for variation.

Information

• This dish is a popular comfort food in Portugal, often enjoyed as a snack or light meal.
• The crispy texture of the fried cornmeal pairs well with the savory chouriço and garlic topping.