Orange Polenta With Orange Balsamico Sauce Recipe

Name: Orange Polenta With Orange Balsamico Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 oranges; 1 garlic clove; thyme, 4 sprigs; rosemary, 1 sprig; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 ⅔ cups stock; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 14 ounces cornmeal; 1 38 ounces pecorino cheese, grated; 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1 38 ounces butter; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 cup chicken stock, reduced

Servings: persons

3 oranges
1 garlic clove
thyme, 4 sprigs
rosemary, 1 sprig
1 teaspoon salt
1 ⅔ cups stock
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 14 ounces cornmeal
1 38 ounces pecorino cheese, grated
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 38 ounces butter
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 cup chicken stock, reduced

1
Filet two oranges, set aside.
2
Juice the remaining orange and mix the juice with stock, olive oil, garlic clove (whole), thyme, rosemary and salt and bring to a boil.
3
As soon as the liquid is boiling, remove garlic clove, thyme and rosemary.
4
Slowly stir in the cornmeal, reduce heat and let simmer, stirring constantly, until the polenta is no longer gritty (about 10 minutes).
5
Stir in grated pecorino (or parmesan cheese), set aside.
6
In a saucepan combine balsamico and brown sugar, slowly bring to a boil and let caramelize.
7
Carefully pour in reduced stock, bring to a boil, reduce heat and add butter.
8
As soon as the butter is molten, add the orange filets, gently heat and immediately serve with polenta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 oranges, 1 garlic clove, thyme, 4 sprigs, rosemary, 1 sprig, and more.

Yes, Orange Polenta With Orange Balsamico Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Orange Polenta With Orange Balsamico Sauce

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