How to Clean A Leek
Because they grow in sandy soil, leeks tend to house a lot of dirt and grit within their layers. Read through our quick tips to make sure you have prepared your leeks for your next recipe!
Step 1
Cut off the dark green end of leek and discard. Next, cut off root end and discard. Slice remaining white stalk in half lengthwise.
Step 2
If recipe uses halved leeks, hold upside-down under running water while gently separating layers to remove grit. if using chopped leeks, slice stalks into half moons.
Step 3
Transfer leeks to bowl of cool water, swishing to let grit sink to bottom.
Step 4
Using a slotted spoon, transfer leeks to colander to drain (do not pour directly into colander).