Blooming Leeks with Buttermilk Ranch
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Cut off the root and green tops of the leeks.
- 2Cut the leeks about an inch from the top into an octopus pattern.
- 3Boil or steam the leeks for about 2 minutes.
- 4Drain and dry the leeks well using paper towels.
- 5Chop parsley, dill, and chives.
- 6Add chopped herbs, grated garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice to a bowl.
- 7Pour in buttermilk and creme fraiche.
- 8Season with salt and sumac (optional).
- 9Whisk all ingredients together until well combined.
- 10For the batter, combine AP flour, spices, buttermilk, and an egg in a bowl.
- 11Whisk the batter until it reaches your desired consistency (thicker for a blooming onion style).
- 12Dredge the leeks in cornstarch.
- 13Dip the leeks into the prepared batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 14Fry the battered leeks at 375 degrees Fahrenheit until golden brown and crispy.
- 15Serve the fried leeks with the buttermilk ranch.
Ingredients
- leeks
- parsley
- dill
- chives
- garlic
- lemon
- lemon juice
- buttermilk
- creme fraiche
- salt
- sumac
- AP flour
- spices
- egg
- cornstarch
Equipment
knifepottongspaper towelsbaking sheetmicroplanebowlwhiskplatemetal strainer
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