How to prepare leeks

For 4 pieces, you will need:

• 1 1 leek
• Total weight: 220 grams

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Step by step recipe

• 1: Place leek in front of you.
• 2: Cut off roots.
• 3: Trim off ends of leaves, leaving about 4 cm or 2 inches of green.
• 4: Remove outer leaves, usually dry or wilted, by pulling downwards.
• 5: Split the top in two lengthways, starting at 7-8 cm or 3 inches from bottom (white).
• 6: Turn and cut again, so that the top part is split into four.
• 7: The top of the leek will now be like a tassle, making cleaning easier.
• 8: As with all muddy vegetables, leeks should be soaked for 15 minutes in warm water, so that all the particles of earth are loosened and leeks can be cleaned easily.
• 9: Once chopped, leek is now ready for use in your recipe.
• 10: You can also watch how to do it in this short video.