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Romanian Polenta with Stinging Nettle Stew

A traditional Romanian dish featuring creamy polenta served with a hearty stinging nettle stew.

45 minutes4 servings
Romanian Polenta with Stinging Nettle Stew
Photo: Chainwit. · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a pot, bring water to a boil, then gradually add polenta while stirring constantly.
  2. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Stir in butter and cheese.
  3. In a separate pan, heat olive oil, then sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add stinging nettle leaves and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve the polenta with the stinging nettle stew on the side.

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