Marinated Grilled Leeks Recipe

Name: Marinated Grilled Leeks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 1 fresh Serrano chili, seeded and chopped (wear rubber gloves); 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/3 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon caraway seeds, toasted lightly; 2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest; 3 leeks, trimmed to about 6 inches, split lengthwise, the roots trimmed, the tough outer leaves discarded, and the leeks washed well

Servings: persons

1 fresh Serrano chili, seeded and chopped (wear rubber gloves)
2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot sauce
1/3 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon caraway seeds, toasted lightly
2 teaspoons freshly grated lime zest
3 leeks, trimmed to about 6 inches, split lengthwise, the roots trimmed, the tough outer leaves discarded, and the leeks washed well

1
In a blender blend together the jalapeno, the vinegar, the mustard, the sugar, the salt, and the hot sauce with the motor running add the oil in a stream, and blend the dressing until it is smooth.
2
Transfer the dressing to a large shallow dish and stir in the caraway seeds and the zest.
3
In a kettle of salted boiling water simmer the leeks for 7 to 10 minutes, or until they are just tender, and with tongs transfer them to paper towels to drain.
4
Brush the cut sides of the leeks lightly with some of the dressing and grill the leeks, cut sides down, on a rack set about 6 inches over glowing coals for 1 to 2 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
5
Transfer the leeks to the dish of dressing, turning them to coat them well, and let them marinate, covered and chilled, overnight.
6
Serve the leeks at room temperature.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 fresh Serrano chili, seeded and chopped (wear rubber gloves), 2 tablespoons white-wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard, 2 teaspoons sugar, and more.

Yes, Marinated Grilled Leeks falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Marinated Grilled Leeks

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