Turkish Leeks

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Ingredients

  • 2 lbs leeks
  • 1/3 cup finest virgin olive oil
  • 2 small carrots, peeled,halved lengthwise,then sliced 1/2 " thick
  • 2 tablespoons uncooked rice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
  • salt
  • lemon juice (1/2 lemon)
  • 1 1/2 cups water

Instructions

  1. Trim the leeks.
  2. Remove a few of the outer layers.
  3. Slice 3/4 inch thich; discard the tough green leaves.
  4. Wash several times in plenty of water and drain.
  5. In a heavy pan heat the olive oil.
  6. Stir in the leeks and carrots.
  7. Cover and cook 30 minutes over low heat, shaking the pan occasionally.
  8. Stir in the rice, sugar, salt, juice of 1/2 lemon and water.
  9. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until leeks are tender.
  10. Check the liquid level and add hot water in very small quantities if necessary.
  11. When cooked it should be very moist but not watery.
  12. Serve cold sprinkled with lemon juice to taste.
  13. Like all cold olive oil dishes it is very good with crusty bread.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

212 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.5g 11% DV
Total Fat 0.8g 1% DV
Carbs 48.1g 17% DV
Fiber 7.6g 27% DV
Sugar 10.8g 22% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10050.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 786.8mg 17% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 866.8mcg 96% DV
Vitamin C 13.8mg 15% DV
Calcium 81.5mg 6% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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