Serve over rice Serves 4
2 Large Leeks white and lightgreen parts only, washed 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons chopped garlic (about 3 cloves) 1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper 1 medium carrot, peeled 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes (canned or in cartons), with juice 1 cup dry white wine 3/4 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined, tail sections left on 3/4 pound sea scallops or large bay scallops, muscles removed 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1. Slice leeks in half lengthwise; then cut into 1/2 inch pieces. In a 3-quart pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add leeks and garlic; saute until translucent, about 7 minutes. Add jalapeno, carrot, cumin, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and salt. Cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, wine, and 1 cup water; cover. Bring to a boil, and lower heat to medium; cook 5 minutes.
2. Stir in seafood; cook untill opaque 4 to 6 minutes. Add cilantro, and serve. |