How to Cook Leeks - Buttered Leeks
Learn how to cook leeks – this is a simple and flavorful way of cooking leeks that melt in your mouth, are sweet, and delightful.
Servings: 2 -4 servings
Calories: 75kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large leeks about 1 lb/ 450 g, Note 1
- 2 tablespoons butter divided, Note 2
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme Note 3
- salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Clean leeks: Wash the outside of the leeks. Cut and discard the roots and the last 2 cm/ 1 inch or so of the dark green ends as well; they are often wilted. Slice the leeks lengthwise. Fan open the layers without taking the leek apart and rinse under cold running water until all the dirt is removed.2 large leeks
- Cut leeks into large pieces. Halve the pieces lengthwise. Cut the strips crosswise into bite-sized pieces.
- Melt butter: Heat a large non-stick or thick-bottomed pan and melt ½ of the butter over medium-high heat.1 Tbps from 2 tablespoons butter
- Add the leeks and stir to coat with butter. Add seasoning and thyme if using. ½ teaspoon dried thyme + salt and black pepper
- Cook the leeks: Stir well and lower the heat to medium-low. Saute for 12-15 minutes, often stirring, until they are soft and begin to brown.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of butter, stir well, and adjust the taste again.
Notes
- Leeks can vary in size. To make sure you get the right amount, it is better to weigh the leeks.
- Butter: Salted or unsalted butter. Adjust the seasoning with salt accordingly.
- Thyme: Optional but nice. You can use 3-4 springs of fresh thyme instead.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 of the dish | Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 442mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g