Fifteenth issue of our column #Zero waste in the kitchen., the column that shows you how to recover the parts of vegetables that are considered "less noble," but are actually the most nutrient-rich! This time we will deal with the leaves of leeks.
Leek leaves
Leeks belong to the Liliaceae family, the same as onions and garlic. That is why they have some properties in common with these other vegetables. First of all, it can be said that leeks. Are a real source of vitamins. From A all the way to J, passing through B and C. In short, real panaceas! In addition, they are excellent allies for the health of our digestive system, as they reduce intestinal gas and consequently also abdominal bloating. Leeks also have an antibiotic and detoxifying effect: thanks to the ample presence of vitamin C, in fact, they support the functioning of the immune system. Finally, thanks to their potassium intake, they are beneficial for the cardiovascular system. They are therefore useful against cellular aging.
Some hints for recovering its leaves:
#Zero Waste in the Kitchen. with the ANTI-WASTE RECIPE
Leek leaf rolls
Ingredients:
- Oil for frying q.b.
- Flour for batter q.b.
- Leek leaves in abundance
- Speck q.b.
Preparation:
After removing the most damaged parts from the outer leaves of the leeks, wash them well under running water, blanch them for a few minutes in salted water, drain them and lay them on a dish towel so that they dry. After that place a thin slice of speck in each leaf and roll it up. Secure the rolls with wooden toothpicks and then dip them in the batter prepared from frying flour and well-cold sparkling water. Now fry the rolls in a frying pan with hot oil, brown and drain on kitchen paper. All that's left is to serve!
