Leek and Potato Stew
Prep
15 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to comfort meals because it comes together in under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights. There's something so satisfying about a big bowl of creamy stew, especially when it's loaded with leeks and potatoes. Leeks are wonderfully mild and sweet when cooked, plus they're packed with vitamins and fiber that support digestion. What I love most is how affordable and simple this recipe is, with just a handful of everyday ingredients that probably already live in your kitchen. A touch of coconut milk makes it luxuriously creamy without any heavy cream, and the whole thing tastes like you spent way more time than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 4 mediumleeks(white and light green parts, sliced into rings)
- 500 gpotatoes(diced into 2cm cubes)
- 1 Lvegetable broth
- 1 mediumonion(finely diced)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 30 mlolive oil
- 3thyme sprigs(fresh)
- 1bay leaf
- 5 gsalt(to taste)
- 3 gblack pepper(to taste)
- 200 mlcoconut milk
- 15 gfresh parsley(chopped for garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 3 minutes.
Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent browning and ensure even cooking.
- 2
Add the minced garlic to the pot and stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic as it will become bitter.
- 3
Add the sliced leeks to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring gently until they begin to soften.
Tip: Leeks can harbour soil between layers, so rinse them thoroughly before slicing.
- 4
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced potatoes, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the potatoes are completely tender.
Tip: The potatoes should break apart easily when pressed with a spoon.
- 5
Stir in the coconut milk and season generously with salt and black pepper. Simmer for another 3-5 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
Tip: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed for your preference.
- 6
Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf before serving. Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Tip: A drizzle of good quality olive oil on top adds extra richness and flavour.
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