Leeks Stuffed with Majadra

1h 15m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Prepare the leeks: Cut off the dark green tops, make a lengthwise cut in the white part, and separate into sheets.
  2. 2Make the filling: Mix rice, lentils, leek leftovers, lemon zest, oregano, chili flakes, olive oil, salt, and raisins.
  3. 3Stuff & Arrange: Fill each leek sheet with the mixture, roll it up, and place in a baking dish.
  4. 4Make the sauce: Mix lemon juice, date syrup, salt, baharat, water, and olive oil.
  5. 5Pour the sauce over the leeks until almost covered.
  6. 6Bake: Cover tightly with baking paper and foil. Bake at 220°C (turbo) for 60-75 min, then uncover, baste with sauce, and bake 15 min more.
  7. 7Serve: Drizzle with extra sauce and garnish with lemon zest, strawberries, pistachios, yogurt, and olive oil.

Ingredients

  • 3 large leeks
  • 0.75 cup raw rice
  • 0.75 cup raw green lentils
  • 1 cup chopped leek leftovers
  • 2 lemon zest
  • 0.25 cup fresh oregano or thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp dried chili flakes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.67 cup lemon juice
  • 0.33 cup date syrup
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp baharat spice mix
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1 diced strawberries
  • 1 chopped pistachios
  • 1 Greek yogurt
  • 1 olive oil

Equipment

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