LEEKS
our organic & conventional leeks
Leeks are a member of the onion family. They look like green onions with white flesh and leafy green tops but are considerably larger and do not form bulbs. Their flavor matches an onion, but is more mild and less intense, with a slight sweet profile. Typically, the white to the light green middle of the leeks are consumed, while the thick green tops are discarded.
our growing program
Our organic and conventional leeks are grown and offered year-round providing a stable supply to the marketplace. Organically, our leeks are harvested in 12ct and 20lb loose packs. Our conventionally grown leeks are offered in 12ct packs. Both, Pure Pacific Organic and Pacific, products are provided with quality and safety in mind to ensure you are receiving the best Mother Nature has to offer straight from fields.
CONVENTIONAL SEASONALITY CHART
ORGANIC SEASONALITY CHART
shopping
Look for straight and firm leeks that have as much white and light green color on the stalk as possible. Bulbs should be clean and fresh with no cracking or bruising. Avoid leeks that are withered or have yellow tops.
storing
Store unwashed and untrimmed. Leeks can emit an aroma that can be absorbed by other foods. In order to prevent that, wrap lightly in a plastic bag and store in the vegetable crisper of the refrigerator. If you do not plan on using it right away, wrap the end in a damp paper towel and put it inside a perforated plastic bag to help contain the moisture.
prepping
Remove the tough, dark green tops from the leek by cutting where the light green starts to meet the dark green, as well as, the roots. Slice the leek in half lengthwise and chop the entire leek laying cut-side down. Rinse by placing the leeks in a bowl of clean water and swirling around so all the dirt falls to the bottom. Drain and pat dry.
nutrition
Leeks contain Vitamin K and manganese, copper, and folate minerals.