Fried, spicy leeks. In Sinhalese parlance, a leek theldala is a vegetarian leek mirisata. A mirisata, is, in turn, a traditional Sri Lankan leek stir-fry that includes dried Maldivian fish flakes (try buying those in Cheshire).
As a means of using up leeks (which supermarkets inexplicably sell in packs of three) thelada has no equal. it is a lovely side dish, and also makes a perfect vegan lunch.
Leek theldala
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Loading...Ingredients
- 1 tbsp neutral oil
- 2 onions, very thinly sliced
- 2 tsp turmeric
- 2 leeks, washed and sliced
- 1 tsp chilli flakes
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1
Heat the oil in a large frying pan and add the onions and a pinch of salt. Cook gently until soft and lightly browned (about 10 mins). Add the turmeric, and stir in.
2
Add the leeks and chilli flakes. Season with pepper and sauté until the leeks are just done (about another 10 mins).
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