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leeks poached in vinaigrette

1 Pinch
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Beautiful Shore Country, NB
Updated on Jul 2, 2020

A nice light starter for your next dinner party. Make this lovely dish in the morning and let it sit all day; it tastes even better the longer the flavors have to develop.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6 medium leeks, tough outer layer removed, washed and rinsed
  • 2/3 cup butter
  • 4 1/4 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon champagne or red wine vinegars
  • 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • pinch sea salt
  • pinch white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/8 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs with herbs
  • pinches sea salt and white pepper
  • 1/2 cup lemon, (zest 1/2 lemon) finely grated
  • 1/8 cup parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons mint, chiffonade

How To Make leeks poached in vinaigrette

  • Step 1
    Halve the cleaned leeks length ways, then slice each length in half across the width. Set aside until required. Add the butter to a frying pan, when the butter is foaming add the leeks. Cooking in batches, turn occasionally until golden about 5 minutes.
  • Step 2
    In a large pot bring the stock to a boil, then turn the heat to simmer, and cover the surface with a disc of baking paper (known as a cartouche). Poach the leeks for 25 minutes until very tender.
  • Step 3
    Next in a small bowl combine the mustard, vinegar, shallot, and sugar, mix well; taste then season with salt and pepper. Whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in the oil, then add the lemon juice. Set aside until required.
  • Step 4
    Put a small frying pan on medium heat and all the remaining oil. Next add the breadcrumbs, season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper and stir until golden. Remove from heat and toss with the lemon zest and mint. Serve the moist leeks drizzled with the vinaigrette and sprinkled with the breadcrumb topping.
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