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 Leek Food Decorations

Leek  Asters 

Leek asters make a wonderful  food decoration.  This attractive garnish is a beautiful addition to any dish.

Yellow red and white leek asters on a plate, leek garnish, vegetable decoration.
Step 1. Trimmed leek base prepared for leek asters.

1.  Cut the leeks (trim) at the base, so that they are flat. Cut into pieces 3-4 cm in length from the base.

Step 2 -Leek cut bases in a ice water, leek flowers preparation process.

2. With a sharp knife make frequent longitudinal cuts, not reaching the base. See photos.

 Soak them in ice water for at least 5-6 hours in order to make them open up.

Three natural color leek asters on a cutting board.

3. Tint this food decoration with natural dyes, staining them ( for example) in a solution of turmeric  or beet broth.  To enhance the garnish, you can also use contrasting color asters details. See photos.

Yellow- red leek aster with green parsley green leaves on a plate, vegetable garnish.
Four leek asters vegetable flowers with natural dye colors, food garnish.
Three leek asters with greens, Vegetable decoration. Vegetable Garnish.
Red leek aster with one green leaf on a white plate, vegetable garnish.
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