Coconut creamed leeks may not be the most commonly found dish on your dining table, but this culinary gem is well worth the taste exploration. For health-minded individuals, home cooks, and paleo food enthusiasts, this recipe is a delightful mixture of subtropical flavors and essential nutrients that is sure to excite your taste buds.
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Coconut Creamed Leeks
Before we indulge in the creamy, coconut-infused goodness, it's worth understanding why leeks have been a kitchen staple for centuries. Leeks are related to garlic and onions but have a milder, slightly sweet flavor. They are versatile and are commonly used as a complementary ingredient in soups, stews, and savory pies. Leeks are also excellent sources of vitamins A and K, and significantly, they are rich in prebiotics, which can promote healthy digestion. For individuals following a paleo diet, leeks are an appealing way to add flavor and nutrition to your meals, as they have a low calorie and carbohydrate content.
But what about this "creamy" part of our recipe? For our coconut creamed leeks, the key is to simmer the leeks in coconut cream over low heat. This gentle process allows the flavors to meld while the cream thickens, giving you a luxurious, non-dairy 'creamed' texture.
Perfection alone as a quick meal, but even better when paired with a plank of Grilled Maple Dijon Salmon or, for a more "comfort food" experience, with Grilled Seasoned Chicken Drumsticks.
Ingredients
Serves: 6 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes
- 4 leeks, green part discarded and white cut into ¼-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoon cooking fat
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- A squeeze of lemon juice
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
How to Make Coconut Creamed Leeks
Heat a large skillet over a medium heat and sauté the leeks in the cooking fat until just soft.
Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil and let the liquid reduce by half.
Pour in the coconut milk, season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer to reduce to a creamy consistency.
Adjust the seasoning if needed and add a squeeze of lemon juice.
More Creative Paleo Side Dish Recipes
If you love creative Paleo side dishes as much as I do, then you'll want to add it to your meal plan regularly. Below are a few more family-favorite recipes to check out and bookmark for making soon.
- Creamy Garlic Mushrooms Recipe
- Paleo Mashed Potatoes Recipe
- Slow-Cooked Garlic Artichokes
- Grilled Paprika Brussels Sprouts
- Eggplant, Zucchini, and Tomato Bake
📖 Recipe
Coconut Creamed Leeks
Ingredients
- 4 leeks green part discarded and white cut into ¼-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoon cooking fat
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup coconut milk
- A squeeze of lemon juice
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over a medium heat and sauté the leeks in the cooking fat until just soft.4 leeks, 2 tablespoon cooking fat
- Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a boil and let the liquid reduce by half.1 cup chicken stock
- Pour in the coconut milk, season with salt and pepper to taste and simmer to reduce to a creamy consistency.1 cup coconut milk, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Adjust the seasoning if needed and add a squeeze of lemon juice.A squeeze of lemon juice
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