EatDrinkLyon's Notes:
Expand1/2 small or 1/4 large butternut squash, peeled & cut into 2cm cubes Ask a question about this ingredient
salt & freshly ground black pepper Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon honey Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Ask a question about this ingredient
2 small red onions, cut into half moons Ask a question about this ingredient
1 tablespoon butter Ask a question about this ingredient
112g organic polenta Ask a question about this ingredient
56g freshly grated parmesan cheese Ask a question about this ingredient
450 milliliters water Ask a question about this ingredient
1/2 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient
4-5 tablespoons olive oil Ask a question about this ingredient
10 peeled & cooked shrimp Ask a question about this ingredient
10-12 thin slices spicy chorizo Ask a question about this ingredient
olive or chilli oil for drizzling Ask a question about this ingredient
Balsamic vinegar for drizzling (optional) Ask a question about this ingredient
Heat the oven to 180C/350F
Ask a question about this stepLine a baking tray with foil. Put the cubed squash into a large bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the smoked paprika, salt, pepper and honey. Spread onto baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, until tender but firm. Check halfway through cooking and turn over.
Ask a question about this stepMeanwhile melt the butter in a non stick pan over medium heat and add the onions, with a dash of salt. Stir continuously for a few minutes, then turn down the heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions go soft and turn a deep colour.
Ask a question about this stepBoil the water in a heavy pan. Add the polenta in a steady stream, while whisking. Keep whisking for two minutes until the polenta is absorbed, then add the salt and turn down the heat to the lowest setting. Keep checking the polenta and stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking. If it gets too thick, keep adding water a few tablespoons at a time. The polenta will be cooked after 25-30 mins but is better if you can cook it longer - the flavours will develop and it will become more creamy. Taste for seasoning (be careful, it will be hot!) (I then turned off the oven and kept the squash covered with greaseproof paper until the polenta was ready to serve.)
Ask a question about this stepWhen the polenta has reached the desired consistency, add the parmesan and stir until it's all melted. Then add 2-3 tablespoons of really good olive oil.
Ask a question about this stepSpoon the polenta onto a warm plate or dish. Then top with the squash, shrimp and chorizo. Top with the onions, and a drizzle of olive oil. If you have chilli oil, this would be good instead of the olive oil, and/or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
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Kari is the manager of Whisk, a kitchenware store in Brooklyn.
I had not noticed this recipe before. I like your use of smoked paprika, sausage, and polenta with parmesan here. Thanks for your recipe.