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.
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.
- Chili powder: 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.
- Ground nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
7
Pour white wine to cover 1/3–1/2 of the onion.
- 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.
- Salt: pinch
- Sour cream: 7 tablespoons
10
Place the cooked onion on top.
11
Decorate with balsamic cream.
- Balsamic glaze (crema): 1.5 tablespoon
