In the realm of culinary delights, sautéed leeks stand as a testament to the harmonious fusion of simplicity and elegance. Their mild oniony flavor, akin to a delicate whisper, mingles seamlessly with the earthy undertones, creating a symphony of flavors that captivates the senses. In this article, we present a curated selection of sautéed leek recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this versatile vegetable.
From the classic French bistro-style Sautéed Leeks with Butter and Parsley, where the subtle sweetness of leeks is enhanced by the richness of butter and the freshness of parsley, to the vibrant and tangy Sautéed Leeks with Lemon and Thyme, where bright citrus notes dance upon the palate, these recipes showcase the versatility of sautéed leeks.
For those seeking a more substantial dish, the Sautéed Leeks with Bacon and Mushrooms offers a hearty combination of flavors and textures, while the Sautéed Leeks with Feta and Pine Nuts introduces a delightful Mediterranean flair with its salty cheese and nutty accents. And for a vegetarian delight, the Sautéed Leeks with Balsamic Glaze presents a symphony of sweet and tangy flavors, where the caramelized glaze lends a touch of sophistication.
No matter your culinary preferences, these sautéed leek recipes promise to elevate your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So, embark on a culinary journey and discover the endless possibilities that await you in the world of sautéed leeks.
SAUTEED CARROTS AND LEEKS
A side to use when you have lots of carrots and leeks to use up from the garden. Wife likes it and so do the kids.
Provided by mcgerm
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Carrots
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine leeks, carrots, chicken broth, butter, sugar, thyme, salt, and pepper in a skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid evaporates, about 15 minutes. Cook and stir mixture until leeks and carrots are lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 221.3 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
SAUTEED LEEKS
Make and share this Sauteed Leeks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Darkhunter
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thinly slice leeks. Use white and light green parts of leeks. Separate rings and place in colander. Rinse well and drain well. Try to get leeks as dry as possible.
- Heat olive oil and butter on med-high in frying pan large enough for all the leeks. Remember that they will wilt down!
- Add leeks to frying pan. Stir until all the leeks are coated with oil and butter. At this time, add tarragon, coriander and salt and pepper.
- Reduce heat to medium.
- Stirring frequently, cook until leeks are close to caramelized, approximately 25 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy.
SAUTEED LEEKS AND CABBAGE
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.
PORK TENDERLOIN WITH SAUTEED APPLES AND LEEKS
Broiled pork tenderloin gets tender and tasty in the blink of an eye; a side of cooked apples is gussied up with leeks, sherry vinegar, and honey.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. On a broilerproof rimmed baking sheet, rub pork with 1 tablespoon oil; generously season with salt and pepper. Broil, until pork registers 145 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let rest, 10 minutes (temperature will rise about 5 degrees as it sits).
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat remaining tablespoon oil over medium. Add leeks and fennel seeds; cook, stirring occaionally, until leeks are tender, about 6 minutes. Add apples, and cook, tossing, until just beginning to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in honey and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper. Thinly slice pork, and serve with apples and leeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g
SAUTEED LEEKS AND CARROTS
From The Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet, by Nava Atlas. Leeks and carrots both have a natural sweetness that mingles nicely. This is a mild and pleasant side dish, good with pasta, potatoes, and soy dishes. We loved this dish.
Provided by Dancer
Categories Onions
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oil and wine in a wide skillet.
- Add the leeks and carrots, cover, and cook over medium-low heat, for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until tender-crisp.
- Uncover and sauté, stirring frequently, until the leeks and carrots begin to turn golden.
- Stir in the nutmeg, if desired, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
SAUTEED GREEN APPLES AND LEEKS
This combination of tart green apples and sweet leeks nicely complements our Citrus Marinated Pork Chops.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Split leeks in half lengthwise, and trim the bottoms, leaving a little of the root end intact so they stay together. Wash well, and dry. Cut leeks into thin strips about 2 inches long.
- In a medium saute pan over medium heat, melt 1 teaspoon butter. Add leeks, and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Remove from pan, and set aside.
- Melt remaining teaspoon butter, and add apple slices. Turn heat to high, and cook until apples are lightly browned and soft, about 3 minutes. Return leeks to pan, and toss together to combine. Serve immediately.
SAUTéED GREEN APPLES AND LEEKS
Found this German recipe on one of my favorite vegetarian websites. Leeks & apples go quite well together so I'm looking forward to trying this. When i do get to it, I'm thinking of adding a bit of fresh sage. Posted for the Zaar World Tour
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories Apple
Time 16m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Split the leeks in half lengthwise and trim the bottoms, leaving a little of the root end intact so that they stay together. Wash well several times and dry. Cut lengthwise into thin strips, about 2 inches long.
- In a medium skillet (nonstick is best) over medium heat, melt teaspoon of margarine. Add the leeks and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt the remaining teaspoon of margarine and add the apple slices. Turn the heat to high and cook until the apples are lightly browned and softened, about 3 minutes.
- Return the leeks to the pan and toss together to combine.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 32.2, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 13.3, Protein 1
MASHED POTATOES WITH SAUTEED LEEKS
Categories Potato Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Leek Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook potato pieces in large pot of boiling water until tender.
- Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add leeks and cook until tender and beginning to color, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
- Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash. Mix in milk. Stir in leek mixture. Season with salt and pepper and serve.
SAUTEED POTATOES AND LEEKS
Make and share this Sauteed Potatoes and Leeks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Potato
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat butter in frying pan.
- Add leeks and cover pan; cook 8 to 10 minutes over low heat.
- Peel potatoes and cut into thick slices; add to frying pan.
- Season and sprinkle in celery seed; mix well and cook, uncovered, 7 to 8 minutes over medium heat.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.7, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 72.1, Carbohydrate 70.8, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 4.6, Protein 8.2
SAUTEED GALA APPLES AND LEEKS
Make and share this Sauteed Gala Apples and Leeks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Melanie B.
Categories Apple
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil to medium high heat in a non stick skillet. Add leeks and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add apples, salt, pepper, and fennel seeds. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until apples soften.
- Lower heat to medium low and add honey & vinegar. Cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and serve.
PORK TENDERLOIN WITH SAUTEED APPLES & LEEKS
Make and share this Pork Tenderloin With Sauteed Apples & Leeks recipe from Food.com.
Provided by scarley
Categories Pork
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat broiler, with rack set 4 inches from heat. On a broilerproof rimmed baking sheet, rub pork with 1 tablespoon oil; generously season with salt and pepper. Broil, until pork registers 145 degrees on an instant-read thermometer, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer to a plate, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let rest, 10 minutes (temperature will rise about 5 degrees as it sits).
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat remaining tablespoon oil over medium. Add leeks and fennel seeds; cook, stirring occaionally, until leeks are tender, about 6 minutes. Add apples, and cook, tossing, until just beginning to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in honey and vinegar, and season with salt and pepper. Thinly slice pork, and serve with apples and leeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.5, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 10.5, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 16.8, Protein 1
SAUTEED GREEN APPLES AND LEEKS
Steps:
- Trim the green part of the leeks, leaving just the white and a little of the root end intact so they stay together. Wash well, and dry. Thinly slice. In a medium saute pan over medium heat, melt 1 teaspoon butter. Add leeks, and cook until soft separating, about 3 minutes. Remove from pan, and set aside. Melt remaining teaspoon butter, and add apple slices. Turn heat to high, and cook until apples are lightly browned and soft, about 3 minutes. Return leeks to pan, and toss together to combine. Serve immediately.
SAUTEED LEEKS AND PEPPERS
Make and share this Sauteed Leeks and Peppers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by dicentra
Categories Peppers
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat until hot.
- Add vegetables to skillet; spray with cooking spray.
- Cook, covered, over medium heat until vegetables are wilted, 5-8 minutes.
- Stir in bouquet garni and cook, covered, over medium heat until vegetables are tender. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
SAUTéED SALMON WITH LEEKS AND TOMATOES
Here is a fresh and simple way to prepare salmon that is ready in about 20 minutes. Most of that time will be spent preparing the vegetables. You do have to blanch, core and chop the tomatoes, but that is quick work. (We won't tell if you use the canned, diced sort instead. Just drain them first.) Once that's done, sauté the fish and set aside. Throw tomatoes, leeks, lemon juice and freshly ground pepper into the pan and sauté for a quick minute. Spoon over the fish and serve.
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories dinner, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- If there are any bones in the salmon, pull them out with tweezers and discard. Sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper.
- Trim off the stem ends of the leek. Cut the leek lengthwise into thin slices. Finely chop the leek. There should be about 1/3 cup.
- Drop the tomatoes into boiling water and let stand 9 to 12 seconds.
- Peel and remove the cores. Cut the flesh of the tomatoes into quarter-inch cubes. There should be about 1 1/4 cups.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a nonstick skillet over moderately high heat and add the salmon pieces skinned side up. Cook 2 minutes and then turn the pieces. If you want the salmon medium rare, cook the fish 2 minutes longer. Transfer the fish to a warm platter.
- Add the remaining oil to the skillet. Add the tomatoes and leek, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Cook about 1 minute. Pour the mixture over the salmon and sprinkle with the coriander or basil.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 489, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 889 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
NIF'S BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES WITH SAUTEED LEEKS
I kept this recipe light but you can add butter if you want to! It's an easy way to make potatoes with a little twist. I find that the salt and pepper are necessary because you don't use the salty butter. Enjoy!
Provided by Nif_H
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Boil potatoes in salted water until fork tender.
- Meanwhile, saute leeks in olive oil over medium heat in a nonstick pan until slightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add rosemary and stir for an additional minute or so - until you can smell it).
- Strain the potatoes when they are tender but do not rinse. Add buttermilk and mash or use a hand blender on low (never high!) to mash them. Add most of the leek mixture and salt and pepper to taste ~ important!
- Scoop into a serving dish and sprinkle reserved leek mixture on top.
Tips:
- Choose the right leeks: Select young leeks with slim, tender white and light green stalks. Avoid thick, fibrous leeks as they tend to be tough and bitter.
- Clean the leeks thoroughly: Leeks can trap dirt and grit between their layers, so it's crucial to clean them thoroughly. Trim the root ends and the dark green, tough leaves. Cut the leeks in half lengthwise and rinse them well under cold running water, separating the layers to remove any hidden dirt.
- Slice the leeks correctly: For even cooking, slice the leeks into thin, uniform strips or half-moons. This will help them cook evenly and consistently.
- Use high-quality butter or oil: The fat used for sautéing the leeks greatly impacts the flavor of the dish. Opt for unsalted butter for a rich, buttery flavor or extra virgin olive oil for a lighter, more herbaceous taste.
- Cook the leeks over medium heat: Sautéing the leeks over medium heat allows them to soften and caramelize without burning or becoming mushy. Be patient and stir them occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Season the leeks well: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for sautéed leeks, but feel free to add other herbs and spices to enhance their flavor. Garlic, thyme, rosemary, and nutmeg are classic additions that complement leeks beautifully.
Conclusion:
Sautéed leeks are a versatile and delicious side dish that can elevate any meal. Whether you serve them simply as a side or incorporate them into other dishes like soups, stews, or pasta, their subtle sweetness and delicate flavor will add depth and complexity to your culinary creations. So, next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish that packs a flavorful punch, give sautéed leeks a try. With their minimal preparation and endless culinary possibilities, they're sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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