Turkish Style Braised Leeks Recipe

Name: Turkish Style Braised Leeks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs leeks, white and light green parts only (about 8 large or 10 medium); ½ cup extra virgin olive oil; 5 small carrots, peeled halved lengthwise and cut into strips about 1 inch long; 1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup water; ½ teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 dozen black olives, pitted and halved; ¼ cup fresh parsley, rough chopped

Servings: persons

2 lbs leeks, white and light green parts only (about 8 large or 10 medium)
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
5 small carrots, peeled halved lengthwise and cut into strips about 1 inch long
1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup water
½ teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 dozen black olives, pitted and halved
¼ cup fresh parsley, rough chopped

1
Cut the leeks crosswise into 2 inch lengths, then in half lengthwise; wash very well.
2
In a large skillet, combine leeks, oil, and carrots over medium high heat, stirring gently occasionally, until the leeks are slightly softened, about 10 minutes.
3
Add stock or water, sugar, salt and pepper to taste, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until leeks are very tender, about 30 minutes.
4
Stir in lemon juice and olives and continue to simmer, but uncovered, until liquid thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
5
Allow to cool to room temperature, about 45 minutes; stir in parsley, taste and adjust seasonings.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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: 2 lbs leeks, white and light green parts only (about 8 large or 10 medium), ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, 5 small carrots, peeled halved lengthwise and cut into strips about 1 inch long, 1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, Turkish Style Braised Leeks falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Turkish Style Braised Leeks

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