Teenie's Kitchen

This is one of my absolute favourite Turkish dishes. Okay… I know I say that about every Turkish dish – but honestly, Turkish food is just that good. The flavors, the spices, the way everything comes together… I can never get enough. And when it comes to pırasa, my mother-in-law makes the best I’ve ever had. Here’s my attempt at making it – definitely made with love, and just a little pressure to live up to hers!

Ingredients

• 2 leeks, washed and trimmed and sliced into pieces
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, halved and thinly sliced
• A tablespoon of uncooked rice (washed)
• Olive oil
• 1 cup of hot water
• 1 tsp sugar
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Parsley
• Salt and pepper

1. Heat olive oil in a pan. Add the onions, carrots and sauté for a few minutes.
2. Add the leeks and tbsp of rice. Mix together.
3. Pour in the hot water and add the lemon juice. Add sugar and season as you go.
4. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes.
5. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature before you eat.
6. Add some fresh parsley and lemon slices on the side.