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Leek
Shape and external appearance
Long sheathing leaves, opposite, flat, dark green or yellowish green, more or less wide.
The base of the interlocking leaves forms a pseudo-stem called a “bole” whose buried part is white and is the most appreciated.
Properties
It is an allium rich in fiber, vitamins A, B, C and E which have a protective anti-oxidant effect on our cells.
Caliber
Mainly three sizes: the 10/20 cm diameter at the stem (also called leek sweep or pencil), the 20/30 and the 30/40.
Scientific and botanical name
Allium porrum.
Coloring
The leek can be divided into three parts: the stem, which is white; the green foliage at the other end and, between the two, a soft green part.
Only the foliage is to be put aside.
Origin & Culture
The geographical origin of the leek remains uncertain… Closely related to garlic and onions, leeks have always been linked to the history of civilizations.
But the history of this vegetable remains especially attached to the emperor Nero, who was nicknamed “the porrophagus”, so much he appreciated the leek: using the very real virtues of the leek to calm the cough and soften the vocal cords. Leeks were particularly prized in the Middle Ages, when food production was limited. After a period of relative disdain, it has been rediscovered by the virtuosos of the new cuisine… and by all lovers of typical and appetizing flavors.
Smell
The characteristic odor of leeks comes from sulfur compounds, and in particular from a sulfur-containing substance, cycloalliin, which is formed as soon as the plant cells are no longer intact.
That’s why cutting or crumpling a leek leaf gives off a strong smell.
Preparation advice
Soups, pies, gratins, it can accompany many dishes.
Texture
The characteristic odor of leeks comes from sulfur compounds, and in particular from a sulfur-containing substance, cycloalliin, which is formed as soon as the plant cells are no longer intact.
That’s why cutting or crumpling a leek leaf gives off a strong smell.
Home preservation
Leeks can be stored for 5 days in the refrigerator crisper. You will then have taken care to cut the top of the leaves of the vegetables. Cooked leeks can be kept for another two days in the refrigerator, in a closed container.
Leeks can also be stored in the freezer. The vegetables will be previously blanched for a few minutes in boiling water and then quickly put under cold water, drained and bagged.
Flavor
Strong and sweet taste.
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Packaging available for this product
Sacs, Colis carton, Colis bois
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Août (8)
Septembre (9)
Octobre (10)
Novembre (11)
Décembre (12)
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