2 leeks (white and light green parts only), quartered lengthwise, thinly sliced and rinsed
½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more, to taste
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more, to taste
½ teaspoon dried chili flakes
2 garlic cloves, minced
5 cups peeled and diced turnips
4 cups vegetable broth
chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Cook, swirling pot occasionally, until deep golden brown, 4-5 minutes.
Add leeks, salt, pepper and chili flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add turnips and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 10 minutes.
Add vegetable broth, stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until turnips are tender, about 20 minutes.