Best 6 Microwave Artichoke Hearts Recipes

QUICK AND EASY ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• Coarsely chop the drained artichokes.

MICROWAVING ARTICHOKES

Steps:

• Prepare Artichokes: Rinse artichokes. Snap off and discard any errant outer leaves on stems. Snip off any large thorns on leaves using kitchen shears. Saw off and discard top-third of leaves (inedible leaves furthest from stem) using serrated knife. Cut off and discard lower part of stem, leaving at least 1 inch attached to artichoke (Note 2).
• Cook Artichokes: Place both artichokes in microwave-safe dish with water. Cover with lid or plastic wrap. Microwave on high until very tender, about 8 minutes for small artichokes or 9 minutes for medium to large artichokes (Note 3). Artichokes are done when outer leaves can be easily pulled off and toothpick can be inserted into stem with little resistance. If not done, microwave for another minute and test for doneness again. Set artichokes aside until cool enough to handle.
• Make Dipping Sauce: Whisk or vigorously stir all dipping sauce ingredients in medium mixing bowl until very smooth, with no mayonnaise clumps remaining. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Serve: Slice cooled artichokes in half, through stem, handling carefully to avoid breaking off tender leaves. Scoop out and discard fuzzy needle-like white centers and purple leaves from each artichoke half using spoon. Arrange artichokes on serving plates. Optionally, lightly brush cut surfaces with olive oil and season with pepper, salt, and thyme. Serve with prepared dipping sauce and empty plate for discarded leaves (Note 4).

ARTICHOKES STEAMED IN THE MICROWAVE

Steps:

• Trim the artichokes by cutting off the stem and cutting off the tips of the leaves. *I often cut them in half, lengthwise, and scoop out the choke but you can skip this step.
• Rub the lemon over all the cut parts of the artichokes so it does not brown.
• Place all 3 of the artichokes upside down in a microwaveable dish with a tight fitting lid. *Try a dinner or salad plate on top of your dish if you do not have a lid that exactly fits.
• *I place them upside down so the water is not collected in the artichokes but they can be placed right side up and then squeezed out later.
• Add the water and cover.
• Cook on high for 11 minutes. Check at about 9 minutes since all ovens are not the same, and pierce the hearts with a fork. If they are soft they are done.
• Drain and serve.

MICROWAVE ARTICHOKE HEARTS

Steps:

• 1. Drain marinade from 1 jar artichokes into 8x10 inch baking dish. Drain another jar and keep marinade for another purpose(future). Chop all artichoke hearts, set aside. Add brown onion (finely chopped) to dish and cook, uncovered, in microwave for 4 minutes until onion is limp, stirring once or twice.
• 2. In a bowl, beat eggs slightly. Add crumbs, salt, pepper, oregano, and Tabasco. stir in cheese, parsley and artichoke hearts. Pour mixture into baking dish with onions. Cook, uncovered on HIGH for 10-12 minutes or till center is set when lightly touched. Turn dish 2 times while cooking. Let cool for 10 minutes. Cut into 1 inch squares. Serve warm at room temperature.

HOW TO COOK AN ARTICHOKE IN THE MICROWAVE

Steps:

• Trim and wash the artichoke as usual. Place in a covered microwave safe container with a steam vent. Add water or broth and sprinkle with seasoning if desired. A light dusting of salt, pepper and garlic powder between the layers work well.
• Microwave the artichoke on high for 8-10 mins rotating every 2 minutes.

MICROWAVE ARTICHOKE DIP

Steps:

• 1. Combine all ingredients except artichoke hearts in a microwavable dish.
• 2. Drain and chop artichoke hearts. Add artichoke hearts to dish and mix ingredients well.
• 3. Microwave on high power for 3 minutes then stir. Microwave another 3 minutes on high or until all cheese has melted.