ARTICHOKES BRAISED IN LEMON AND OLIVE OIL
Simmered and later sauced in a lemony olive oil spiced with fennel and coriander seeds, artichokes absorb a complex blend of gorgeous flavors. The tender, juicy hearts bronze in a hot skillet just before serving, adding depth to this delicate dish.
Provided by Maggie Ruggiero
Categories Side Braise Dinner Lemon Artichoke Fall Potluck Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 (first course or side dish) servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Trim artichokes into hearts:
- Add lemon halves to a large bowl of cold water, squeezing to release juice.
- Cut off top inch of 1 artichoke and bend back outer leaves until they snap off close to base (keep stem attached). Discard several more layers in same manner until you reach pale yellow leaves.
- Cut remaining leaves flush with top of artichoke bottom using a sharp knife. Trim dark green fibrous parts from base and sides of artichoke.
- Peel sides of stem down to pale inner core. Put in lemon water while preparing remaining artichokes.
- Cook shallots, carrot, garlic, and seeds in 1/4 cup oil in a 4-to 5-quart heavy pot (pot should be wide enough to hold artichokes in 1 layer with stems pointing upward) over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Add water, zest, and 3 tablespoons lemon juice and bring to a simmer. Stand artichokes in pot and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover artichokes with wax paper, then a lid, and simmer over medium-low heat until bases are just tender when pierced with a knife, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Transfer artichokes to a dish and reserve cooking liquid. When artichokes are cool enough to handle, halve lengthwise. Scoop out and discard inner choke (fuzzy center and any sharp leaves).
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, then brown cut sides of artichokes in 2 batches, about 2 minutes per batch, transferring to a serving dish. Add reserved cooking liquid to skillet along with remaining tablespoon lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Boil vigorously 3 minutes, then stir in parsley and pour over artichokes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Ruby Bartlett
[email protected]I love this recipe! The artichokes are always so tender and flavorful. I highly recommend it.
Emily Perez
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the artichokes are a healthy and delicious side dish.
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[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the artichokes.
George Zetron
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The artichokes are elegant and delicious.
Ayesha McLean
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of artichokes, but I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best artichoke dish he's ever had.
Kojo Boakye
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to sneak some vegetables into your diet. The artichokes are so tender and flavorful, you'll forget you're eating healthy.
Prosenjit Bormon
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up artichokes when they're in season.
Duydg Uitfu
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the artichokes turn out great.
Riley Moore
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit too bland for my taste. I added some garlic and red pepper flakes to the sauce and it was much better.
Krishna Kkds
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my artichokes turned out tough and bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Faruk Hosan
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I loved the addition of the lemon and olive oil. It gave the artichokes a really nice flavor.
Prince Suhail
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a winner. The artichokes are always tender and the sauce is always flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.
Emma Murray
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the artichokes turned out great! I served them as a side dish with grilled fish and it was a hit.
Kayode Bolu
[email protected]This is my new favorite way to cook artichokes! They were so easy to make and they turned out so tender and flavorful.
Official MELANIE COMARCHO
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of artichokes, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The artichokes were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Abdulbari Safi
[email protected]This dish was a delight! The artichokes were tender and flavorful, and the lemon and olive oil sauce was light and tangy. I served it with a side of grilled chicken and roasted vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.