Fried Cucumbers With Leeks

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⏱ 50 mins 🍽 4 serving(s) 🏷 Onions

This recipe offers a savoury preparation for garden cucumbers, pan-frying them with tender leeks. Sliced cucumbers are first drained to remove excess moisture, then cooked in a blend of oil and butter. Julienned leeks and fresh parsley are added, creating a simple, flavourful vegetable side dish that serves four people. The total preparation and cooking time is around 50 minutes.

Fried Cucumbers With Leeks

Ingredients

  • 2 medium cucumbers
  • 4 cups leeks, julienned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper

Method

  1. Slice the cucumbers thinly and arrange them on paper towels to draw out moisture, leaving them to drain for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Remove the root end from the leeks and julienne just the white sections, discarding the dark green tops. Wash the leeks in cold water and ensure they are thoroughly drained.
  3. Warm a large non-stick pan, then add the oil, butter, and cucumbers. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  4. Once the cucumbers begin to colour, introduce the leeks and parsley. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes more until the leeks soften. Season with salt and pepper as desired before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium62400 mg

Recipe details

CategoryOnions
AuthorBarb G.