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Tex-Mex Polenta Rounds with Chunky Guacamole is a Mexican starter recipe that takes about 45 min from start to finish and serves 12. It calls for 8 ingredients across 3 steps, and is rated easy. A serving works out at around 269 kcal with roughly 12 g of protein. Filed under gluten free, lacto ovo vegetarian, ketogenic and vegetarian.
Slice the polenta tube into 12 to 24 half-inch medallions, depending on how big you want them. Sprinkle each side with chili powder.
In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the polenta rounds in a single layer, working in batches if needed, and cook for about 5 minutes per side, until they're golden brown and slightly crisp.
| Nutrient | Amount per serving | Share of reference intake |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 269kcal | 13% |
| Fat | 22g | 31% |
| Carbohydrate | 10g | 4% |
| of which sugars |
| Allergen | Status |
|---|---|
| Milk | Contains |
| Gluten | May contain |
| Celery | May contain |
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| 2g |
| 2% |
| Fibre | 6g | 20% |
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| Protein | 12g | 24% |
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| Sodium | 440mg | 18% |
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Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Fibre is measured against the 30g daily recommendation, which has no statutory reference intake. Figures are an estimate calculated from the ingredient list.
| Mustard | May contain |
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| Sulphites | May contain |
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| Crustaceans | Free from |
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| Eggs | Free from |
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| Fish | Free from |
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| Peanuts | Free from |
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| Soya | Free from |
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| Tree nuts | Free from |
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| Sesame | Free from |
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| Lupin | Free from |
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| Molluscs | Free from |
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May contain means it depends on the brand you buy — check the label on the product itself.
Allergen information is derived automatically from the ingredient list and is a guide, not a guarantee. Always check the packaging of the products you cook with.
