Crispy Leeks

Name: Crispy Leeks
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 medium leek, white and light green parts only; 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Submitted by Jencathen

"Found this included on a fish recipe over at EatingWell website and thought I would share. It sounds really good."

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Ready In:: 22mins
Ingredients:: 7
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 medium leek, white and light green parts only
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
¹⁄₂ teaspoon garlic powder
¹⁄₄ teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄ teaspoon fresh ground pepper

directions

Preheat oven to 425°F.
Cut leek in half lengthwise, then cut each piece in half crosswise. Cut each quarter into long, thin strips. Rinse the strips in hot water and pat dry.
Toss in a medium bowl with oil.
In a small bowl combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Sprinkle flour and spice mix over leeks; toss well to combine.
Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet. Bake, stirring once or twice, until the leeks are crispy and golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.