Garlic Ginger Stir-Fried Leeks

A simple yet flavorful appetizer of tender leeks stir-fried with garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect as a light bite or a side dish.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

155

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.63

Season:

Meal Type:

Cuisine:

Cooking Style:

Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

2largeLeeks(White and light green parts only, thoroughly cleaned and sliced thinly)

£1.50

3clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.20

1tablespoonGinger(Fresh, minced)

£0.15

2tablespoonsSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred; tamari for gluten-free)

£0.10

1tablespoonRice Vinegar

£0.12

1teaspoonSesame Oil

£0.08

1teaspoonBrown Sugar(Or honey/maple syrup)

£0.02

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil(For stir-frying)

£0.05

1teaspoonSesame Seeds(For garnish (optional))

£0.05

1stalkGreen Onions(Sliced thinly, for garnish (optional))

£0.25

Total Cost

£2.52

£0.63 per serving

The Method

1
Prepare the leeks: Thoroughly wash the leeks, removing any dirt trapped between the layers. Cut off the dark green parts and the root end. Slice the remaining white and light green parts thinly into rounds.
2
Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and brown sugar. Set aside.
3
Heat the wok or skillet: Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure the wok is hot before adding ingredients.
4
Stir-fry the aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
5
Add the leeks: Add the sliced leeks to the wok and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly softened. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
6
Add the sauce: Pour the sauce over the leeks and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened slightly and coated the leeks evenly.
7
Garnish and serve: Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (135g)

155 kcal / 649 kJ

Carbs

13g

5% of RDA

Fat

11g

16% of RDA

Protein

4% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

760 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1.5 g

8% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Make sure to wash the leeks very well, as they tend to trap a lot of dirt.

Don't overcrowd the wok, stir-fry in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.

Adjust the amount of brown sugar to your liking, depending on how sweet you want the dish to be.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Cooking Equipment

Wok or large skillet

Wine Pairings

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