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How to Cut and Clean Leeks
Learning How to Cut Leeks is easier than you might think. You’ll trim away the tougher dark green tops, then slice the tender white stalk into beautiful rounds. Just don’t skip the rinse — leeks love to hide dirt between their layers, so a quick soak in water makes all the difference.
Servings: 1 serving
Ingredients
- Leeks
Instructions
Cutting Leeks:
- Cut off the root end of the leek.Leeks
- Locate the intersection of the light green stem and dark green leaves. Make a cut and discard the green leaves.
- For half-moon slices: Slice the leek in half lengthwise and cut into thin slices.
- For round slices: Starting at one end cut the leek into round slices.
Cleaning Leeks:
- Fill a large bowl with water and add sliced leeks.
- Toss leeks around in the water until all of the dirt detaches from the leeks.
- Drain the water carefully or use a colander.
- Pat leeks dry before using.
Notes
- Nutritional information is for 1 leek.
- Storage: Store leeks in a cool, dry place such as the crisper drawer in your refrigerator. If they came in bag, remove the bag before you store leeks to prevent excess moisture from building up. Leeks can potentially last for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 160mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1484IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg
