Brazilian Leeks
Elevate your side dish game with these vibrant and flavorful Brazilian Leeks! This quick and easy recipe combines tender, blanched leeks sautéed to perfection in a buttery olive oil base, infused with aromatic garlic, smoky paprika, and earthy cumin. A zesty twist of lime juice brightens the dish, while fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Perfectly caramelized and subtly seasoned, these leeks pair beautifully with grilled meats, roasted poultry, or even a simple bowl of rice. Ready in under 30 minutes, Brazilian Leeks bring a taste of South American flair to your dinner table, making them an irresistible and healthy addition to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole leeks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 whole lime
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Trim and clean the leeks by removing the dark green tops and root ends. Slice the white and light green parts into 1-inch thick rounds and rinse thoroughly to remove any dirt.
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the leeks for 4 minutes, then drain them and set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Zest and juice the lime, keeping them separately.
Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to sizzle.
Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, stirring to avoid burning.
Add the blanched leeks to the skillet in a single even layer. Season with paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Sauté the leeks for 4-5 minutes, gently turning them to coat in the seasoning and allow them to caramelize slightly.
Squeeze the lime juice over the leeks and stir to combine. Let it cook for another 1 minute to absorb the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the leeks with lime zest and freshly chopped parsley for garnish.
Serve immediately as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 925 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
