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Steamed leek

5 min Cook
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Steamed leek in balsamic vinegar

This elegant, minimalist dish lets the natural sweetness of leeks shine. Steaming preserves their delicate flavor and tender texture, while a drizzle of rich olive oil, a splash of tangy balsamic vinegar, and a sprinkle of salt enhance their depth. Finished with thin shavings of Parmesan, it’s a light yet sophisticated side or starter: simple, fresh, and full of character.

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Steamed leek

Steamed leek

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If you want a side that's ready in a few minutes, this simple recipe will solve your problem. Steamed leek is ready in only five minutes. Its mild flavor goes really well with balsamic vinegar, and that's pretty much all it takes to elevate this simple vegetable to a delicious accompaniment.
prep time
2 min
cooking time
5 min
servings
2
total time
7 minutes

Equipment

  • Knife

  • Steamer

Ingredients

  • 1 leek

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • 1 pinch of sea salt

  • A few Parmesan shavings

  • Fresh parsley (to garnish, optional)

Instructions

1

Steam the leek

Slice the leek into rounds. Transfer them into a strainer and rinse them well to remove all the possible dirt particles. Transfer to the steamer and steam for 5 minutes, until soft.
2

Season and serve.

Spoon the leek to the serving plates and season with balsamic vinegar, sea salt and olive oil. Shave the Parmesan directly on top. If desired, sprinkle a little fresh parsley to garnish. Enjoy!
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