Frittura Mista Recipe
A golden trio of crispy jumbo shrimp, tender fried calamari, and polenta bites-lightly battered and fried to a perfect crunch. Served with lemon wedges and dipping sauce.
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Polenta Bites
Batter & Frying
Serving
Method
Preparing Polenta Bites
- 1
Cook the Polenta
In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of polenta and 1 tsp of salt. Whisk continuously to prevent lumps. Cook on low heat for about 15-20 minutes until thickened, stirring frequently.
- 2
Add Cheese and Seasoning
Once the polenta is thick, stir in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp of black pepper, and mix well until smooth. Pour the polenta into a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Allow it to cool and set for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Cut into Bites
After the polenta has set, cut it into bite-sized squares or circles for frying.
Preparing Seafood
- 4
Prepare the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cornstarch, 1 tsp of salt, 1 tsp of black pepper, and 1 tsp of garlic powder. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of cold sparkling water until you have a smooth batter.
- 5
Batter the Seafood
Dip the shrimp and calamari rings into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Frying
- 6
Heat Oil
In a deep pot, heat 4 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the Seafood
Carefully drop the battered shrimp and calamari into the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- 8
Fry the Polenta Bites
In the same hot oil, fry the polenta bites until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
Arrange the fried shrimp, calamari, and polenta bites on a serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges and your choice of dipping sauce.
