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Traditional Romanian Stinging Nettle and Polenta

A comforting dish of creamy polenta paired with a rich stinging nettle stew, typical of Romanian cuisine.

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

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a pot, bring broth to a boil, then slowly add polenta, stirring continuously.
  2. Cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring often, until thickened. Stir in butter and cheese.
  3. In a separate pan, heat olive oil, then sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  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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