Deep Fried Baby Artichokes
Serves: 4
Callie Medhurst
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
43
Spice
62
Sweetness
65
Sourness
41
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.3
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
Fill a large bowl halfway with water
2
Squeeze the lemon halves into the water and add the lemons
3
Trim the stem of 1 artichoke
4
Starting at the base, bend the tough outer leaves back and pull off where they break naturally
5
Using a vegetable peeler, peel the dark green skin from the base
6
Halve the artichoke lengthwise and scoop out any choke
7
Add to the lemon water
8
Repeat with the remaining artichokes
9
Heat the oil in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat until a thermometer registers 350 degrees F
10
Drain the artichokes and pat dry
11
Working in 2 batches, add the artichokes to the hot oil and cook until they are tender and golden brown, about 8 to 10 minutes
12
Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the fried artichokes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain
13
Sprinkle with salt while artichokes are still warm and serve