Description
A simple yet elegant dish of oven-roasted artichokes that are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside, served with a lemon bath for added flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Artichokes, whole
- 8 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 3 pieces Lemons, whole (Cut in half for juice)
- 8 pinches Salt
- 6 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Trim the artichokes by cutting off the top third and the stem.
- Cut the lemons in half and squeeze the juice over the artichokes to prevent browning.
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add a pinch of salt and 2 lemon halves.
- Add the artichokes to the pot and boil for about 10-15 minutes until slightly tender.
- Remove the artichokes and let them cool.
- Cut a small slice from the bottom of each artichoke to ensure they stand upright.
Cooking
- Place the artichokes in a baking dish, drizzle olive oil over them, and sprinkle with salt and minced garlic.
- Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with the remaining lemon halves.
Notes
Allow artichokes to cool enough to handle after boiling. Taste a leaf near the base to check for tenderness before roasting. If the leaves are still firm, give them another minute or two in the pot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean