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Leeks in Vinaigrette
Serves4
Ingredients
- 4 large leeks, white and pale-green parts only, tough outer layer removed
Kosher salt
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- ½ garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
- ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- ¼ teaspoon sugar
- ¼ cup olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Trim root end of leeks (leave as intact as possible so they don’t break apart while cooking) and cook in a large pot of boiling salted water until meltingly tender (a paring knife should go all the way through with no resistance), 15–20 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain; let cool.
- Whisk shallot, garlic, vinegar, Dijon and whole grain mustards, thyme, and sugar in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil and 1 Tbsp. water; season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
- Halve leeks lengthwise and arrange on a platter, cut side up; drizzle with vinaigrette and let sit at least 10 minutes before serving.
- Do Ahead: Leeks can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Originally published at Bonappetit.com. Reproduced for personal collection.
