LEEKS A LA GRECQUE

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A quick and easy, flavoursome leek and tomato side dish which is equally delicious warm or cold. It freezes well, so you may want to double the ingredients and freeze some.

Provided by bluemoon downunder

Categories     Onions

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

375 g leeks, thoroughly washed, outer leaves removed and cut into 2 . 5 centimetre lengths
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon white wine
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 tomatoes, skinned and roughly chopped
1 tablespoon fresh basil, reserve some leaves for garnishing
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Remove the outer leaves from the leeks, wash thoroughly and cut into 2.5 centimetre (1 inch) lengths.
  • Place in a pan (preferably non-stick) with the remaining ingredients, adding salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.
  • Heat gently until the vegetables are simmering and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • If serving warm, place in a serving dish, garnish with basil leaves - and serve.
  • If serving cold, leave to cool in the liquid, then place in a serving dish, garnish with basil leaves - and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.6, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 24.7, Carbohydrate 20.3, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 7.3, Protein 2.6

Ted
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This dish is a great way to enjoy leeks. The leeks are cooked perfectly and the sauce is very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


fored raja
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Easy to make and delicious! The leeks were tender and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Roy Rogers
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover leeks. The leeks are cooked until tender and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again!


Nabin Mudel
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I'm not a huge fan of leeks, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The leeks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


geo mazay say
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. The leeks were tender and the sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Grace Bosibori
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This was my first time cooking leeks and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The leeks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Marium Kay
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The leeks are always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious. I love serving this dish with roasted potatoes.


Emmanuel Masombuka
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This recipe is a keeper! The leeks were so tender and the sauce was divine. I can't wait to make it again.


Sello Maleme
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I'm not a big fan of leeks, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The leeks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Comfort Zizi
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. I served it with rice and it was a hit with my family.


Njiayo Camara
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Great recipe! The leeks were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I added a bit of extra garlic and it really took the dish to the next level.


Moon Hassan
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This recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy leeks. The leeks are cooked until tender and flavorful, and the lemon-egg sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again!


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