How to prepare sorrel
Here is how to clean and cut fresh leaves to use in a recipe, by removing stalks and central vein, to retain only the very best of the sorrel.
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Last modified on: October 6th 2010
For 300 g, you will need:
- 1
300 g sorrel - 2
1 tablespoon white (spirit) vinegar - Total weight: 315 grams
How long does it take?
| Preparation | Resting | Start to finish |
|---|---|---|
| 24 min. | 10 min. | 34 min. |
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Step by step recipe
Stage 1
2 min.
Put sorrel leaves into warm water with 1 tablespoon white (spirit) vinegar. Stir well, and leave to soak for 10 minutes.Stage 2
10 min.
Remove sorrel from water, discard any discoloured leaves, and drain the remainder.Your aim now is to remove stalk and central vein.
Stage 3
1 min.
To do this, fold leaf in half lengthways...Stage 4
1 min.
...and with scissors, cut along about 2/3 length.Stage 5
20 min. Do this for all leaves, then dry them on a cloth or better still with a salad spinner.Remarks
Sorrel is very delicate, it doesn't freeze well and cooking time should be as brief as possible.
Nutritional information
How much will it cost?
For 300 g : 6.01 €
Recipes which use this 3
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Source: Maison
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