Turkish braised leeks (Zeytinyağlı pırasa) | Recipe | A kitchen in Istanbul
Zeytinyagli pirasa are Turkish style leeks braised in olive oil. Try this authentic recipe for a delicious side dish or starter.
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Ingredients
- 750 g leeks
- 75 ml olive oil ((I use a mild extra virgin))
- 25 g tomato paste
- 1 medium carrot (peeled and cut into thin discs)
- ½ tsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 200 ml boiling water
- 2 Tbsp rice (short or medium grain) (or long grain)
- chopped fresh dill or flat-leaf parsley (to serve (optional))
- salt
- pepper
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