Savory Polenta & Cilantro Bites

Polenta 

1. Slice the Heat-and-Eat Polenta into ½in thick rounds
2. Melt butter in a grill pan
3. Grill the Polenta slices evenly on both sides
4. Remove from the grill and place in a bowl lined with a paper towel to absorb any excess butter

Masala Filling

1. Heat the olive oil in a pan
2. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger paste for about 30 seconds
3. Add the chopped green chilies and cilantro and fry for another 45 seconds to 1 minute
4. Add the shredded coconut, poppy seeds and salt to taste. Continue to sauté for an additional minute.
5. Take the mixture off  of the flame and set aside

Assembly

1. To assemble, spread the filling on a Polenta slice and cover it with another slice to create a mini sandwich. Serve immediately with some green chutney, or ketchup.

Notes

• If you are unable to find green chillies, you can use 1 finely chopped jalapeno instead.
• If you are unable to find shredded coconut, you can use unsweetened desiccated coconut instead