Dish

Mâncare de praz

Romanian Leek Stew

The dish is made by sautéing sliced leeks in butter until tender. Cream is then added to the pan and simmered until thickened. The dish is typically served with a side of crusty bread or boiled potatoes.

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Stew

Origins and history

Mâncare de praz is a traditional Romanian dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is often served as a side dish or as a main course with a side of boiled potatoes.

Dietary considerations

This dish is not suitable for vegans as it contains cream. It is also not suitable for those with lactose intolerance as it contains cream.

Variations

There are many variations of Mâncare de praz, with some recipes calling for the addition of other vegetables such as mushrooms or carrots. Some recipes also call for the addition of herbs such as thyme or rosemary. Some variations also use different types of cream such as sour cream or crème fraîche instead of heavy cream.

Presentation and garnishing

Mâncare de praz is typically served in a shallow bowl with the leeks and cream mixed together. It is often garnished with chopped parsley or chives.

Tips & Tricks

To make the dish even more flavorful, you can add herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the cream. You can also experiment with different types of cream such as sour cream or crème fraîche. To save time, you can use frozen leeks instead of fresh ones.

Side-dishes

Mâncare de praz is typically served with a side of crusty bread or boiled potatoes. Some people also like to serve it with a side of sautéed greens such as spinach or kale.

Drink pairings

Mâncare de praz pairs well with a variety of Romanian wines such as Fetească Albă or Sauvignon Blanc. It also pairs well with white wines such as Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio.