Leek With Vinegar

Sample Dishes from Turkish Cuisine

Leek With Vinegar  (Sirkeli Pırasa)

IngredientsMeasureAmount
Leek5 medium size1 kg
Olive Oil8 tablespoon80 gr
Garlic10 clove30 gr
Vinegar1 1/2 cup300 gr
Water (hot)1/2 cup100 gr
Salt2 teaspoon12 gr

Preparation

Cut off tops and undesired green parts of leeks. Slice into 4 cm (1, 1/2 inch) long chunks. Cut each into 8 pieces lenghtwise. Saute covered in olive oil for 10 minutes stirring occasionally. Add minced garlic, vinegar and hot water; mix thoroughly. Sprinkle with salt. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender; cool. Garnish with parsley before serving. Serve cold or warm.

Servings: 6

Nutritional Value
(in approximately one serving)

Energy192 cal
Protein3,1 g
Fat13,7 g
Carbohydrates16 g
Calcium70 mg
Iron1,57 mg
Phosphorus74 mg
Zinc0 mg
Sodium790 mg
Vitamin A53 iu
Thiamine0,14 mg
Riboflavin0,07 mg
Niacin0,68 mg
Vitamin C12 mg
Cholesterol0 mg

Regional Characteristics:

The recipe is taken from Sinop province. It is served frequently in winter, as a side dish for lunch or supper.