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Porros Maturos Fieri (Boiled Leek Salad)

Porros Maturos Fieri (Boiled Leek Salad) is a traditional Ancient Roman recipe for a classic salad of boiled leeks that are sliced and tossed with a dressing. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic Ancient Roman version of: Porros Maturos Fieri (Boiled Leek Salad).

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

25 minutes

Total Time:

45 minutes

Serves:

4

Rating: 4.5 star rating

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Original Recipe


Porros Maturos Fieri (from Apicius' De Re Coquinaria III,10,1)


PORROS MATUROS FIERI. Pugnum salis, aquam et oleum mixtum facies et ibi coques et eximes. Cum oleo, liquamine, mero et inferes.

Translation


For large leeks: Mix a handful of salt with water and oil and in this cook [the leeks] and remove them. [Season] with oil, liquamen and pure wine then serve.

Method:

Add the leeks to a pan, cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until tender (about 20 minutes). Drain and allow to cool then slice the leeks and add to a serving bowl. Whisk the ingredients for the dressing together, add to the leeks and toss to combine. Season with black pepper and serve.
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