How to cut and clean leeks
Leeks are easy to clean and cut with a couple of steps. Take on that recipe that calls for leeks, you won't be sorry, they are delicious!! Leeks add a sweet, oniony flavor to soups, stews, pastas, egg dishes, and more!
Equipment
- 1 shun santoku knife 7 inch
- 1 wood cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 leek
Instructions
- Cut off the dark green tops and you can save for stock or discard.
- Cut off the roots, leaving the root pad
- Slice whole in 1/4 inch slices
- For half-moon slices, slice lengthwise down the middle of the leek.
- Cut slices about 1/4 inch thick.
- Place sliced leeks in bowl of water.
- Agitate with hands to remove dirt.
- Scoop the leeks out of the bowl with your hands, drain in a colander and pat dry.