Best 6 Cabbage And Leeks With Mustard Seeds Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with a delectable duo: cabbage and leeks, harmoniously united with the piquant zest of mustard seeds. This versatile dish offers a symphony of flavors, effortlessly transitioning from a comforting side to a hearty main course. Indulge in a medley of textures, from the tender crispness of the cabbage to the soft, subtly sweet leeks, all enlivened by the aromatic mustard seeds. Discover three distinct recipes that showcase this dynamic combination: a classic sauté, an indulgent gratin, and a refreshing salad. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED LEEKS AND CABBAGE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a pot. Add 1 teaspoon crushed coriander seeds, 1/4 teaspoon dried dill and 2 sliced leeks; season with salt and pepper. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add 1/2 head chopped cabbage. Cover and cook, stirring once, 10 minutes. Add 1/4 cup apple juice and 2 tablespoons cider vinegar. Simmer until reduced, 3 minutes.

EASY CABBAGE WITH LEEKS



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This easy sauteed cabbage and leeks recipe is a great side dish to any meal, especially for corned beef, pot roast, or ham.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium green cabbage
3 large leeks
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup chicken broth
1 scant teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Caraway seeds, for optional garnish

Steps:

  • Arrange the cabbage and leeks in a serving dish. Sprinkle with caraway seeds, if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 497 mg, Sugar 12 g, Fat 9 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

LEEKS IN MUSTARD SAUCE



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Leeks have a delicious oniony flavor and they are so wonderful in this side dish. The mustard sauce compliments the leeks flavor well and it goes well with many main dishes.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 medium leeks (white portion only)
2 green onions with tops, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 large egg yolks
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
6 tablespoons cold butter
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Dash white pepper

Steps:

  • Cut leeks into 1-1/2-in. slices, then julienne. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute leeks, onions and garlic in oil until tender. , Meanwhile, in a small heavy saucepan, whisk the egg yolks, water and lemon juice. Cook and stir over low heat until mixture begins to thicken, bubbles around the edges and reaches 160°, about 20 minutes. Add butter, 1 tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition until melted. Remove from the heat; stir in mustard and pepper. , Transfer leek mixture to a serving bowl; top with mustard sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CABBAGE WITH MUSTARD SEEDS AND COCONUT



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This is an adaptation of the classic south indian dish Muttakos Poriyal. It's quick and easy to make and has an excellent lightly sweet taste from coconut and mustard oil

Provided by Zeke Koch

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon mustard oil
1 tablespoon black mustard seeds
2 bay leaves
1 medium head of cabbage (cored and finely shredded)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon chili pepper flakes (optional)
4 fresh, hot green chilies (, , cut into long thin strips)
1/3 cup grated desiccated coconut

Steps:

  • First heat the mustard oil in a wok (or large frying pan).
  • When the oil is heated, add the mustard seeds and bay leaves.
  • When mustard seeds turn gray and start popping (a few seconds) add the cabbage, salt and sugar.
  • Quickly toss the cabbage in the oil until it’s lightly coated with oil and add coconut, green chili and optional pepper flakes.
  • Keep stirring for 2-5 minutes until the cabbage turns bright green and slightly wilted (but still somewhat crunchy).
  • Serve with Basmati rice.
  • Note: this dish is also excellent with Brussels sprouts or green beans instead of the cabbage.

CABBAGE AND LEEKS WITH MUSTARD SEEDS



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Categories     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tbsp groundnut or sunflower oil
2 tsp black mustard seeds
2 leeks, thinly sliced
1 1/2 lb cabbage, finely shredded
3 tbsp creme fraiche
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large frying pan or wok. Tip in the mustard seeds and fry quickly until they sizzle. Add the leeks and stir fry until they turn bright green, then add the cabbage and stir fry for 2-3 minutes, until the cabbage has wilted. Season well with salt and pepper, then splash in two tablespoons of water, cover and cook for a further 2-3 minutes until the cabbage is tender. Spoon the contents of the pan into a serving dish, spoon over the creme fraiche and sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper.

SPRING CABBAGE WITH MUSTARD SEEDS



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Give your greens a fresh new look by tossing them with mustard, ginger, onion and garlic

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Side dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp mustard seed
1 small onion , finely sliced
1 garlic clove , crushed
1 tbsp grated ginger
500g/1lb 2oz spring cabbage , shredded

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan, then cook the mustard seeds until they are fragrant and starting to pop. Add the onion, garlic and ginger, then fry until golden. Tip in the cabbage and stir to coat in the spices, then cook for 5 mins until tender. Season and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 4 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein

Tips:

  • Choose the right cabbage: For this recipe, it's best to use a firm, green cabbage. Napa cabbage or Savoy cabbage can also be used.
  • Slice the cabbage thinly: This will help it cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use fresh leeks: Leeks can be found in the produce section of most grocery stores. Look for leeks that are firm and have no blemishes.
  • Rinse the leeks thoroughly: Leeks can be dirty, so it's important to rinse them thoroughly before using them.
  • Use whole mustard seeds: Whole mustard seeds have a more intense flavor than ground mustard seeds.
  • Toast the mustard seeds: Toasting the mustard seeds will bring out their flavor.
  • Use a large skillet: A large skillet will help the cabbage and leeks cook evenly.
  • Cook the cabbage and leeks over medium heat: This will help them cook slowly and evenly.
  • Add the mustard seeds and cook for a few minutes: This will allow the mustard seeds to release their flavor.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, depending on your preference.

Conclusion:

Cabbage and leeks with mustard seeds is a simple but flavorful dish that can be served as a side dish or main course. It's a great way to use up leftover cabbage and leeks, and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. The mustard seeds add a nice spicy kick to the dish, and the cabbage and leeks are tender and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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