How to Cook Leek - Cooking Times

Compare cooking times and preparation for Leek. Times vary with portion size, cut and heating conditions; check the tips for each method below.

Root Vegetables

Season: Autumn, Winter

Preparation

Cut in half lengthwise and wash out sand thoroughly. White and green parts have different cooking times

Cooking Times by Method

Boil

5-8 min

From boiling water

Cut into 3cm pieces. For vichyssoise and soups

Stir-fry

4-6 min

Diagonal cuts over medium heat. Becomes meltingly sweet. Also great in gratin

Microwave

3-4 min

3cm pieces, 100g at 600W. Top with butter

Steam

6-10 min

Whole or thick-cut. Becomes meltingly sweet

Common Mistakes

Storage & Use PlanTips & dates

Storage Time Guide

No sourced storage estimate is available for this vegetable yet. Follow the pack instructions and set your own use date below.

Estimates assume fresh produce stored as described. Freshness and temperature affect storage; these dates do not guarantee safety. Follow pack dates and instructions. Do not eat food showing spoilage, regardless of the date.

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Leek Cooking FAQs

How long to boil Leek?

Boil Leek for 5-8 min (From boiling water). Cut into 3cm pieces. For vichyssoise and soups

How long to microwave Leek?

Microwave Leek for 3-4 min. 3cm pieces, 100g at 600W. Top with butter

How long to stir-fry Leek?

Stir-fry Leek for 4-6 min. Diagonal cuts over medium heat. Becomes meltingly sweet. Also great in gratin

How long to steam Leek?

Steam Leek for 6-10 min. Whole or thick-cut. Becomes meltingly sweet

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