Chickpea & Rice Stuffed Leeks in Aromatic Spiced Tomato Sauce

Name: Chickpea & Rice Stuffed Leeks in Aromatic Spiced Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 large leeks; 0.5 cup short grain rice; 1.5 cups chickpeas; 1 red onion (finely diced); 5 tablespoons fresh cilantro (finely diced); 2 red chilies (finely diced, optional); 3 cloves garlic; 1 teaspoon dried summer savory (or substitute oregano); 1 teaspoon dried dill; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1.5 teaspoons salt; 400 grams tomato puree (or crushed tomatoes, 1 standard small can (around 15oz)); 0.5 cup water (optional, see recipe notes); 1 yellow onion (finely diced); 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons dried dill; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon allspice; 2 dried bay leaves

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:45min

Intensely flavorful chickpea and rice stuffed leeks in a spiced tomato sauce that balances fresh herbaceous flavors and warming spices for a perfect comforting flavor balance.

Updated at: Mon, 10 Nov 2025 03:47:19 GMT