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Leek

Produce

Mild, sweet member of the onion family, delicate when cooked. Used in soups, quiches, and braises.

4 substitutes

Substitutes

2 shallots per 1 leek

Similar mild sweetness, slightly more pungent.

✅Best for: soups, sauces, quiche

⚠️Not for: recipes needing leek's long strips

1 bunch per 1 leek

White and light green parts. Milder, closer to leek flavor.

✅Best for: soups, stir-fries, frittatas

⚠️Not for: leek-forward dishes

1 medium per 1 leek

Sweeter than regular onion. Sauté slowly.

✅Best for: soups, caramelized applications, tarts

⚠️Not for: leek's visual presentation

1 bulb per 1 leek

Mild, sweet when cooked. Slight anise.

✅Best for: soups, braises, gratins

⚠️Not for: anise-averse diners