**Marinated Artichoke Kebabs: A Delightful Appetizer for Any Occasion**
Marinated artichoke kebabs are a delightful appetizer that is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. The artichokes are marinated in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender, juicy, and flavorful appetizer that is sure to please everyone.
This article provides two delicious recipes for marinated artichoke kebabs. The first recipe is for a classic artichoke kebab, made with fresh artichokes, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. The second recipe is for a more creative artichoke kebab, made with artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese.
Both recipes are easy to follow and can be prepared in advance, making them a great option for busy weeknights. Simply marinate the artichokes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, then grill them until they are tender. Serve the kebabs with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki sauce or aioli.
Marinated artichoke kebabs are a healthy and delicious appetizer that is sure to impress your guests. They are also a great way to use up leftover artichokes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give marinated artichoke kebabs a try.
MARINATED ARTICHOKES
As a judge on Chopped, Amanda Freitag has seen her fair share of scary ingredients: cactus pears, ginkgo nuts, sea urchin. But one of the most intimidating ingredients she has encountered is far less exotic: the artichoke. Amanda's advice is to start small and tackle baby artichokes first, then move on to the big ones - the prep is essentially the same. In this recipe, from her cookbook The Chef Next Door, Amanda shows us the easiest way to get to the good stuff and a super-simple way to preserve it.
Provided by Amanda Freitag
Time 2h
Yield 3 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with cold water and squeeze 3 of the lemons into it (this is known as acidulated water). Keep it off the heat for now. The cut artichoke hearts have to head straight into the lemon water to keep them from browning.
- Trim the artichokes: Lay an artichoke on its side and trim the brown woody tip of the stem. Using a very sharp or serrated knife, cut the top one-third of the thorny artichoke leaves off, leaving a flattened top. Use your hands to tear off the toughest outermost leaves from around the bottom of the artichoke, leaving most of the leaves untouched. Lay the artichoke on the board again and this time cut it in half lengthwise, from stem to top. Using a paring knife or a peeler, carefully peel off the outermost layer of the stem. Use a spoon to scrape away the inedible furry choke in the center of the artichoke. Voila-you have an artichoke heart! Quick, put it in the acidulated water. Repeat to trim the rest of the artichokes.
- Poach the artichokes: Add more water to the pot if needed to cover the artichokes. Season the water with 3 tablespoons salt. Place the pot over medium-low heat and bring the water to a simmer. Poach the artichokes for about 15 minutes, or until they're easily pierced with the tip of a knife. Drain the artichokes. Transfer them to a large bowl and set aside.
- Marinate the artichokes: In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the garlic halves cut-side down and sear them until lightly golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the thyme and tarragon. Squeeze the remaining 3 lemons into the pan and throw in the squeezed lemon halves as well. Add the wine and simmer on high heat until it has reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining 4 cups olive oil and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring the marinade to a boil, then turn off the heat.
- Carefully pour the hot marinade over the artichokes and stir to combine. Transfer the artichokes and marinade to mason jars with lids or airtight containers and refrigerate. Marinate for at least 1 hour, but ideally overnight, before serving. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
MARINATED ARTICHOKE KEBABS
These little cuties are great to serve as a cocktail snack at BBQ's. They're easy too! Prep time does not include chilling time.
Provided by Hey Jude
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine artichoke hearts, mozzarella cheese and tomatoes.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 1 hour.
- To assemble, thread 1 artichoke, 1 piece dried tomato and 1 cube of cheese on each toothpick, weding tomato between two larger items.
- Brush with marinade and arrange in a shallow serving dish, garnish with parsley, if desired.
MARINATED KEBABS (INA GARTEN)
My husband: The guy marinated chunks of meat in yogurt and I forget what else. Make that. It was Greek. Me (after looking at all the shows on FN for that day): Which guy? Husband: Did I say guy? It was Barefoot. Yesterday, I think. From Barefoot Contessa: Go Greek, Episode BX0204H
Provided by threeovens
Categories Lamb/Sheep
Time 12h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine yogurt, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, rosemary, salt to taste, and pepper to taste; add lamb or beef, stir to coat, cover and marinate in the refrigerator overnight or up to 2 days.
- Prepare a charcoal grill; if using wooden skewers, soak in water 30 minutes so they do not char.
- Cut lamb into 1 1/2 inch cubes, you'll have about 20.
- Cut onion into 8 wedges, separating into sections of 3 or 4.
- Thread skewers with 3 or 4 pieces of meat alternating with onion sections.
- Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Grill, turning 2 or 3 times, until medium rare, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 812.5, Fat 66.3, SaturatedFat 25.8, Cholesterol 178.1, Sodium 185.6, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 42.6
BELGIOIOSO ARTICHOKE CAPRESE PLATTER
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain the artichokes, reserving 1/2 cup marinade. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, oil and the reserved marinade. , On a large serving platter, arrange the basil, tomatoes, cheese and artichokes. Drizzle with vinaigrette. If desired, sprinkle with coarsely ground pepper.
Nutrition Facts :
EASY MARINATED ARTICHOKES
Store-bought marinated artichokes are too expensive and are consumed faster than the time it takes to open the jar. I created this recipe with simple ingredients that are already found in the kitchen. It's delicious by itself, but feel free to experiment and even make your own artichoke salad. It's not like the real deal...it's better! Enjoy immediately or chill the marinated artichokes for at least an hour before serving.
Provided by KnifeForkandaSpoon
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic in a sealable plastic container.
- Seal the container and shake to emulsify the mixture.
- Remove the lid and add artichoke hearts. Reseal the lid and continue shaking the container until the artichoke hearts are completely coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1892.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
TUNA KABOBS WITH MARINATED BABY ARTICHOKES
Cubes of tuna coated in a mustard dressing are grilled with marinated baby artichokes. The baby artichokes are cooked in advance so they only need to be grilled for a short time.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Yield Makes 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Whisk together mustard, lemon juice, red-pepper flakes, 6 tablespoons olive oil, and garlic in a large bowl. Add tuna, and toss to coat.
- Thread 4 cubes of tuna, alternating with artichokes, on each of 8 skewers. Gently brush with some of the remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange skewers, off direct heat, on a medium-hot grill. Grill, rotating skewers and brushing with olive oil as necessary to prevent sticking, until tuna is brown and charred on the outside and warm but still rare in the middle, about 5 minutes, depending on heat of grill. Artichokes should be tender and slightly charred. Serve with choice of condiments.
Tips:
- To ensure your artichoke kebabs are cooked evenly, cut the artichoke hearts into uniform sizes.
- If you don't have wooden skewers, you can use metal skewers. Just be sure to soak them in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
- If you are using a grill, preheat it to medium-high heat before cooking the kebabs.
- Cook the kebabs for 10-12 minutes per side, or until the artichoke hearts are tender and the lemon slices are slightly charred.
- Serve the kebabs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Marinated artichoke kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for any occasion, from a backyard barbecue to a holiday party. With their bright flavors and beautiful presentation, these kebabs are sure to impress your guests. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy artichokes, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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