HOW TO CUT LEEKS
The first rule of leek club? Don't cut sideways.
How to Cut Leeks Like a Pro: Precision Meets Power with the Asian Vegetable Chopper
Leeks may not steal the spotlight like garlic or onion, but this humble veggie brings delicate flavour and serious style to soups, stir-fries and savoury bakes. To get the best out of them, it all starts with the right tool – and the right technique.
Enter the Asian Vegetable Chopper 15cm / 6in – your go-to blade for clean cuts, consistent slices and fast prep. Its compact yet commanding design makes it intuitive to handle and a dream to manoeuvre through firm vegetables like leeks, spring onion.
Here’s how to slice your way to leek perfection – no tears, no waste, just pure precision.
Step 1: Trim the Ends, Cut Off the Tops
Leeks grow in layers, and dirt can hide deep between them. Begin by trimming off the root base and slicing away the dark green leafy tops. You’ll only want the tender white and pale green part – that’s where the flavour lives.
Pro Tip: Give your trimmed leek a rinse or soak in water to release any sneaky grit hiding in the folds.
Step 2: Halve and Slice with Surgical Precision
Lay the leek flat on a cutting board. Using your Asian Vegetable Chopper, slice the leek lengthways. This gives you a stable surface and more control – less roll, more rhythm.
Turn the leek halves cut side down and slice thinly crosswise for beautiful half-moon shapes that cook evenly and quickly.
Pro Tip: The flat blade of the chopper lets you move with confidence and speed, keeping every slice uniform.
Step 3: Keep It Clean
Use the white and pale green parts only. These are tender, flavourful and cook down beautifully – perfect for risottos, tarts, or a classic potato and leek soup. The darker greens can be tough, but don’t toss them! Freeze them for stock or use them to infuse oils and broths.
Why the Asian Vegetable Chopper?
Unlike your average utility knife, this blade is built for bulkier vegetables with layers and density. Its flat edge and lightweight, ergonomic handle give you leverage and control – even when your prep list is long. It’s smart, strong and engineered to make slicing feel like second nature.
Whether you’re prepping a quick mid-week stir-fry or building flavour for your weekend feast, the Asian Vegetable Chopper 15cm is your culinary wingman.
Be brave in the kitchen. Be brilliant with every slice. With Furi, precision is never optional – it’s built in.
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