{"product_id":"dried-vegetable-38510","title":"Dried leek","description":"\u003cp\u003eDried leek is sourced from high-quality fresh leeks, cut into thin, uniform flakes similar to familiar onion granules — but with a light, characteristic leek aroma. They retain their mild, sweet, onion-like character and are ideal for soups, stocks, sauces, and spice blends without the need for chopping and washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe ingredient we use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use high-quality fresh leeks, cut into thin flakes and dried, raw, without additives or colorings. The color is light green with a soothing, glossy texture. The flakes are easily recognizable as a dried vegetable and rehydrate easily in hot liquids or stocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeek (\u003cem\u003eAllium porrum\u003c\/em\u003e, family Amaryllidaceae) is a biennial vegetable closely related to onion and garlic. It has been cultivated throughout Europe and the Mediterranean for thousands of years and is the national vegetable of Wales. In Greek cuisine, it is traditionally used in stocks, soups, and leek pies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAroma, color, and taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight green color with a soothing, glossy texture. The aroma is mild and sweet with soothing grassy notes — more subtle and sweet than onion, less pungent than garlic. The taste is slightly sweet with a pleasant aftertaste and rehydrates instantly in hot liquids, leaving visible pieces of leek in the dish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd directly to \u003cstrong\u003estocks and soups\u003c\/strong\u003e for instant leek flavor without the chopping. Excellent in \u003cstrong\u003emeat and fish sauces\u003c\/strong\u003e. Add to \u003cstrong\u003erisotto and leek pie\u003c\/strong\u003e for a mild leek flavor without the prep work. See also \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kremidi-skoni\"\u003eOnion Powder\u003c\/a\u003e for a related dried vegetable of the same family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003ecelery, parsley, and carrot\u003c\/strong\u003e for a classic soup base. With \u003cstrong\u003ethyme and black pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e for meat sauces. With \u003cstrong\u003erosemary and lemon\u003c\/strong\u003e for fish marinades. With \u003cstrong\u003eonion and garlic\u003c\/strong\u003e for a deeper flavor in soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePhysical appearance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThin, slightly asymmetrical flakes of light green color with a soothing, glossy surface — immediately recognizable as a dried vegetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a cool and dark place, in an airtight container. Keeps for up to 2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains no known allergens. Individuals with sensitivities to the Amaryllidaceae family (garlic, onion, leek) should use with caution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew arrivals and offers are announced on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/www.SpicesBazaar.gr\"\u003eFacebook\u003c\/a\u003e page and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@Aiodigoseyexias\"\u003eYouTube\u003c\/a\u003e channel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spices Bazaar","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":54964914487623,"sku":"SB-VEG-38510-01","price":3.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500gr","offer_id":54964914520391,"sku":"SB-VEG-38510-02","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000g","offer_id":54964914553159,"sku":"SB-VEG-38510-03","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/1805\/5751\/files\/spices-bazaar-dried-leek-top-view.webp?v=1789515615","url":"https:\/\/spices-bazaar-2.myshopify.com\/en\/products\/dried-vegetable-38510","provider":"Spices Bazaar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}