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Artichokes with Garlic and Oil (Carciofi All’Aglio E Olio)
15 min prep time
35 min cook time
4servings
Recipe by
Amy Riolo
Source
The Italian Diabetes Cookbook
Photo by
Renee Comet
How to Make Artichokes with Garlic and Oil (Carciofi All’Aglio E Olio)
Amy Riolo's Note: In addition to their creamy texture and buttery flavor, artichokes contain healthful antioxidants. If you’ve never worked with fresh artichokes before, don’t be intimidated. The steps to prepare them are simple, and after cooking them once, you’ll be a pro. When baby artichokes are in season, try using those—they cook in only half the time. When fresh artichokes are not in season, substitute canned, reduced-sodium artichoke hearts or frozen hearts.
15 min prep time
35 min cook time
4servings
1 artichoke (or 2 baby artichokes)
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Step-By-Step Instructions:
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Soak the artichokes in water to clean; drain and repeat until water is clear. Peel away the outside leaves of the bottom half of the artichokes. Cut off the top quarter of the artichoke (at this point the artichoke should look like a flower, and the tough, dark leaves should all be removed, leaving only lighter-colored, tenderer leaves). If tough, dark green leaves remain, peel those as well. Add juice of 1 lemon to a bowl full of cold water, and place cleaned artichokes inside to avoid discoloration.
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add cleaned artichokes. Bring back to a boil on high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer artichokes 25–30 minutes, or until tender. Drain artichokes well, pat dry with a paper towel, and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until garlic begins to release its aroma, approximately 1 minute. Add artichokes, turn to coat in oil, and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red chile flakes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition facts
4 Servings
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Serving Size
1 artichoke (or 2 baby artichokes)
- Amount per serving Calories 140
- % Daily value*
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Total Fat
11g
14%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g 8%
- Trans Fats 0g
- Cholesterol 0mg 0%
- Sodium 230mg 10%
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Total Carbohydrate
10g
4%
- Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
- Total Sugars 1g
- Added Sugars 0g 0%
- Protein 3g
- Potassium 340mg 7%
Ingredients
fresh baby artichokes
12 whole
lemon juice (from 2 med lemons, divided use)
4 tbsp
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tbsp
garlic (minced)
4 clove
sea salt
1/4 tsp
black pepper (freshly ground)
1/8 tsp
crushed red chile flakes
1/8 tsp
fresh parsley (finely chopped)
1 tsp
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