Spicy Leeks in Sour Cream and Balsamic Cream

1 serving

15 minutes

This signature recipe transforms simple leeks into an exquisite dish with rich flavor. The leeks caramelize in butter, developing a delicious golden crust, while spices like nutmeg and chili pepper add a piquant depth. White wine adds sophistication, highlighting the natural sweetness of the leeks, and a delicate sour cream cushion provides softness and creamy texture. The finishing touch is drops of balsamic cream that add a noble sweet-sour note. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or an elegant complement to main courses.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 392.7
• Proteins: 7.3g
• Fats: 27.5g
• Carbohydrates: 19.7g

Ingredients

• Leek: 1 stem
• Sour cream: 7 tbsp
• Dry white wine: 0.3 glass
• Balsamic cream: 1.5 tbsp
• Ground nutmeg: 0.5 tsp
• Ground chili pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Salt: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the ingredients.

2. First, cut the onion into cylinders about 10 cm long, then cut along.

3. Send into boiling oil with the outer side down.

4. Season with chili pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground chili pepper: 0.3 teaspoon

5. Once the bottom side is browned, flip it.

6. After a couple of minutes, add nutmeg and reduce the heat to just below medium.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon

7. Pour white wine to cover 1/3–1/2 of the onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Dry white wine: 0.3 glass

8. Add a bay leaf and simmer for about 5 minutes.

9. Grease the plate with sour cream and pepper, add a pinch of salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  pinch
   • Sour cream: 7 tablespoons

10. Place the cooked onion on top.

11. Decorate with balsamic cream.

    Required ingredients:

    • Balsamic cream: 1.5 tablespoon