Sour Chicken in Wine with Leeks

Experience a burst of flavors with this delightful Sour Chicken in Wine with Leeks recipe. The combination of sourness, sweetness, and saltiness creates a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds.

Leeks, belonging to the Allium family alongside onions, take center stage in this dish. When cooked slowly, leeks contribute a unique texture and depth of flavor, adding a touch of sophistication to the overall dish. Their mild onion-like taste combines beautifully with the other ingredients, creating a harmonious balance.

One of the key ingredients in this recipe is mint, a refreshing herb that brings a delightful twist to the leeks. Its aromatic and cooling qualities elevate the flavors, lending a pleasant and unexpected element to the dish. The combination of sourness, leeks, and mint creates a culinary experience that is both intriguing and satisfying.

As you savor each bite of this Sour Chicken in Wine with Leeks, you’ll appreciate the harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The sour notes of the chicken, complemented by the subtle sweetness of the leeks and the refreshing touch of mint, create a symphony of tastes that will leave you craving more.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as you explore the wonderful interplay of flavors in this exquisite dish. Allow your taste buds to be delighted by the fusion of sour, sweet, and salty elements, enhanced by the unique texture and flavor of leeks. Discover the unexpected twist that mint brings to this remarkable recipe. It’s time to savor the deliciousness of Sour Chicken in Wine with Leeks.

Sour Chicken in Wine with Leeks

Author: Dino B Cooking Method: Sautée Cuisine: Continental Cuisine

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 30 mins Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4

Description

This chicken is a bit sour which works well with sweet and salty side dishes. Leeks are from the Allium family like onions and when cooked slowly add a wonderful texture to the dish. The mint which is the main herb in this dish adds an interesting twist to the leek.

Ingredients

Servings

• 6 boneless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp dried mint
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 leeks chopped
• 1.5 cup white wine
• 1 cube of dried buillion or similar
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 dash of soy sauce
• 1 tsp Clove of Garlic Chopped

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil and sauté the leek add a bit of pepper and a dash of lemon juice. Lower the heat and let it slowly cook until it becomes somewhat soft and transparent. In another pot heat the olive oil, add the garlic then sauté the chicken thighs. Add black pepper, turmeric, mint, and curry powder and continue to cook on high turning the chicken. Add the white wine and let it get hot and then lower the heat add a bit of lemon juice and a dash of soy sauce. Cover it with the leeks that are already cooked and cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes. The wine together with the leak creates a creamy sauce also helps create a slightly sour taste. Enjoy!