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Leeks and Potatoes Stew with Saffron
Description A tasty and colourful side dish.
Created by MysticMC, January 1, 1970

Ingredients

At a glance
Difficulty
Easy
Course
Side dishes
Serves
4
  • 1kg leeks, chopped (with the green leaves)
  • 4 large potatoes, diced
  • 3 onions, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, ground
  • 3 or 4 tomatoes, peeled and crushed (or a tin)
  • Olive oil
  • 1 capsule of saffron
  • Salt and pepper

Methods/steps

Heat olive oil in a pan. Add leeks and onions, cook over a slow heat, stirring constantly.
When they start to get coloured, add tomatoes, garlic, saffron, salt and pepper. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Add diced potatoes. Cover with water and cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
Check seasoning.

Additional Tips

This stew is delicious with fish or roast pork.

You can also add chick peas and serve it as a main course.