Ingredients:
- 1 cup (160g) coarse yellow cornmeal
- 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
- 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp (3g) kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp (1g) black pepper
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp (15ml) white distilled vinegar
- 1 tsp (5g) salt
- 2 tbsp (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp (4g) fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp (4g) fresh chives, finely chopped
Instructions:
- Bring the broth to a gentle boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Slowly whisk in the cornmeal in a steady stream to avoid clumps.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the grains soften and the mixture thickens to a porridge-like consistency (about 15-20 mins).
- Stir in the butter, cream, salt, and pepper until glossy and nutty. Keep warm on the lowest setting.
- Fill a deep pot with water and bring to a very light simmer. Add the vinegar and salt.
- Crack each egg into a small ramekin to ensure freshness.
- Create a gentle whirlpool in the water with a spoon and drop the egg into the center of the vortex.
- Cook for 3 minutes for a runny yolk, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Divide polenta into bowls, top with a poached egg, drizzle with olive oil, and garnish with chopped parsley and chives.