Dairy Free Greek Oregano Corn Polenta

Total time35 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time30 min

This creamy polenta gets its flavor foundation from garlic-infused oil bloomed with dried Greek oregano, then simmered low and slow in a savory water-and-broth base until the cornmeal turns thick, glossy, and irresistibly spoonable. Whisking the cornmeal in gradually keeps every bowl silky and lump-free, with a texture that mounds on the spoon before settling back down. A finishing drizzle of good extra-virgin olive oil adds richness and a peppery bite, while sliced scallion greens and a scatter of red pepper flakes bring color, crunch, and just the right amount of heat. It's a comforting, herby side that works beautifully alongside roasted vegetables, grilled proteins, or a simple salad. This one is a solid pick for a dairy free spread, easy to scale up for a crowd or keep simple for a weeknight dinner.

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 tbsp garlic-infused oil
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4 cups water
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 cup coarse-ground cornmeal (polenta)
1 ½ tsp dried greek oregano
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp unsalted butter
Chef's tip
Use a stick or block-style dairy-free butter - not a soft tub spread - and swap one-for-one.
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
Chef's tip
Choose a grated-style vegan parmesan and use the same amount.

For serving

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
2 tbsp scallion greens, thinly sliced (optional)
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1
Heat the garlic-infused oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1 minute. Add the dried oregano and stir for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
2
Pour in the water and chicken broth, add the salt, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.

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