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On a trip to Puerto Rico, my husband and I had the most amazing buttery leek rice at the first restaurant we visited. It was so delicious I couldn’t stop thinking about it and knew I had to try making it at home. This version uses fresh leeks, butter, and a splash of white wine for a simple but flavorful dish. Bonus: save the leftover leek stalks to freeze for soup!

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PREP TIME

5 minutes

COOK TIME

25 minutes

INGREDIENTS

5

Serves: 4

Ingredients

3/4 cup Basmati Rice, cooked (can sub Jasmine Rice)
1 cup Leek, washed, dried & thinly sliced
3 Tbsp Butter, Salted
3/4 cup White Wine
1/2 tsp Salt, adjust to taste

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Note, these instructions are written assuming the standard serving size, since you have modified the number of servings, these steps may need to be modified for best results

In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks, season with a pinch of salt, and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Pour in the white wine and cook until it's mostly absorbed and the alcohol has evaporated, about 2-3 more minutes.
Add the cooked rice to the skillet with the leek mixture, then stir thoroughly to ensure the rice is heated through and well-coated.
Add another tablespoon of butter, then stir until fully melted and combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Enjoy warm!

Notes

Ensure your leeks are thoroughly washed before sautéing them, as their layers often hide dirt and sand. This step is crucial! This recipe calls for rice that has already been cooked. For best results, cook the rice just before making the leek mixture so it's warm when mixed. If you've prepared the rice ahead of time, warm it up before combining it with the leek mixture. I also like to season and taste as I go. The measurements in this recipe are just guidelines, so feel free to adjust by adding more butter or seasoning to your taste. For this recipe, I used about 1 cup of chopped leeks, but you can add more if you like, too!

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This is our estimate based on online research.
Calories:	177
Fat:	10 g
Carbohydrates:	25 g
Protein:	2 g
Cholesterol:	23 g
Sodium:	357 mg
Fiber:	1 g
Sugars:	3 g
Sugar Alcohol:	0 g
Calculated per serving.