The simple gratinated leeks recipe without béchamel sauce with breadcrumbs, lots of herbs, and grated cheese is a rich and tasty side dish to make in a flash.
If your leeks are large, cut them into slices a little over 1 inch, otherwise, if they are small, cut them in half lengthwise to have half gratinated leeks without béchamel sauce.
The gratinated leeks without béchamel sauce do not require pre-cooking, so they go directly in the oven, air fryer, or microwave with CRISP plate, otherwise, you can use the microwave + grill function, and I explain everything in the description.
Below, I leave you with other interesting recipes with leeks, and then let’s see right below the photo how to prepare the simple gratinated leeks recipe without béchamel sauce!!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 servings
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air Frying, Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for Simple Gratinated Leeks
- 1.3 lbs leeks
- 3.5 oz breadcrumbs (or stale bread)
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (or Grana Padano)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pinches salt
- 1 bunch parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Half teaspoon thyme
- 1 Chopper
- 1 Baking Dish
- 1 Air Fryer
Steps for Simple Gratinated Leeks Recipe
Start by washing the leeks, removing the tougher outer leaves and the roots, then cut them into slices a little over 1 inch.
You can use the white part and also the lighter green part, leaving the dark green part for other preparations.
If you want to use stale bread, chop it coarsely with a chopper, otherwise place the breadcrumbs in a bowl.
Add the grated cheese, the chopped herbs (fresh or dried), and the extra virgin olive oil, and mix everything very well.
Preheat the oven to 190°F static mode and drizzle a baking dish with a little oil, then arrange the leek rounds, and salt them.
Distribute the aromatized breadcrumbs over each leek slice to cover them well, and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil.
Bake in the central oven rack for 20 minutes; they should be well browned on the surface.
You can cook the gratinated leeks without béchamel by preheating the CRISP plate for 2 minutes.
Place the leek rounds on it and cook in CRISP mode (or microwave + grill) for 5 minutes.
Remove the crisp plate with tongs, spread the aromatized breadcrumbs over it, a little extra virgin olive oil, and continue cooking still in CRISP mode or micro + grill for 6 or 7 minutes until browned.
Cooking in the air fryer speeds up the time and saves electricity.
Arrange the leek slices in a regular baking tray or in a paper mold for the fryer and cook at 170°F for 6 minutes.
Take out the basket, sprinkle the leeks with the aromatized breadcrumbs, an ample drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and continue cooking for another 8 minutes or until browned.
How to Store Gratinated Leeks without Béchamel
You can store them in the refrigerator well sealed in an airtight container for 2 days.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
How can I season the gratinated leeks without béchamel in an alternative way?
Tomato and basil sauce: Make a light tomato sauce with garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh basil.
Distribute it over the leeks and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
Citrus seasoning: Mix the breadcrumbs with grated lemon or orange zest, some lemon juice, and a drizzle of olive oil.
This combination adds freshness and fragrance.
Spicy and spicy flavor: Add chopped chili or smoked paprika to the breadcrumbs, along with a dash of cumin or curry.
Light pesto: Use some pesto (traditional or arugula) diluted with water or oil to make it less dense.
Spread it over the leeks and finish with breadcrumbs for an aromatic touch.
Nuts and breadcrumbs mix: Finely chop almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts and mix them with breadcrumbs.
This adds crunchiness and a unique toasted taste.
Mustard and honey sauce: Mix a tablespoon of mustard (Dijon or sweet) with some honey and a drizzle of oil.
Use this mixture as a base before adding the breadcrumbs.
