Jul 13 2026
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Fried Polenta Recipe

Inspired by Jellyfish Montreal - restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

Matane shrimps, labneh, grilled and paprika marinated cucumber

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Ingredients

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Polenta

Matane Shrimps

Cucumber

Labneh

Method

Prepare the Polenta

  1. 1

    Cook the Polenta

    In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt, then gradually whisk in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Cook for about 15 minutes until thickened. Stir in olive oil.

  2. 2

    Set the Polenta

    Pour the polenta into a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Allow it to cool and set for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Fry the Polenta

    Once set, cut the polenta into desired shapes (squares or triangles). Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the polenta pieces until golden and crispy on each side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Prepare the Matane Shrimps

  1. 4

    Sauté the Shrimps

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the matane shrimps, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the shrimps are pink and cooked through.

Prepare the Cucumber

  1. 5

    Grill and Season the Cucumber

    Slice the cucumber into thick strips. Brush with olive oil, sprinkle with paprika and salt, then grill or sear until slightly charred.

Assemble the Dish

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    On a serving plate, place fried polenta pieces, top with sautéed matane shrimps, and arrange grilled cucumber around. Serve labneh drizzled with olive oil and fresh mint on the side.

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