Grilled artichokes have an amazing flavor that you must taste to believe! Grilling artichokes is so easy to do, there’s no reason not to try this recipe!
Artichokes. Seriously, could I know any less about a particular vegetable? Sure, I could. Wikipedia artichokes, learn everything there is to know, but sometimes, I like to let things remain a mystery.
However, Handsome loves artichokes. That’s right – the same man who won’t touch onions, winces over green beans, won’t touch a carrot, and will leave a pile of celery at the bottom of a bowl – love’s artichokes. And, we all know what we will do for those we care about, especially if artichokes magically appear in the shopping cart when you are both on a quick in and out trip together. This girl can take a hint.
So, without knowing anything about fresh artichokes, I set out to make Handsome grilled artichokes, something I knew he would enjoy. Mainly because I knew he would not be too thrilled when he saw the main course – play your cards well, ladies. Luckily, I had saved this recipe a while ago, knowing my time to bond with artichokes would someday arrive.
Making grilled artichokes from this recipe was rather instructional and easy to follow.*
Grilled Fresh Artichokes
from Southern Living March 2009
Ingredients:
1 lemon, thinly sliced- 5 fresh parsley sprigs
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 teas salt
- 4 fresh artichokes (about 3/4 lb each)
- 3 tbs olive oil
- salt and pepper
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tbs chopped fresh basil
- 1/4 teas crushed red pepper
Preparation:
Combine lemon, next 3 ingredients, and 2 1/2 cups water in large Dutch oven. Place a steamer basket in Dutch oven.
Wash artichokes by plunging up and down in cold water. Cut off stem ends, and trim about 1 inch from top of each artichoke, using a serrated knife. Remove any loose bottom leaves. Trim one fourth off top from each outer leaf, using kitchen shears.
Arrange artichokes in a steamer basket. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 35 to 40 minutes or until stem end is easily pierced with a long wooden pick. Remove artichokes from Dutch oven. Let cool 15 minutes.
Preheat grill to350 to 400 (medium high). Using a towel to protect your hand from the heat, carefully cut artichokes in half lengthwise; remove and discard choke. Liberally brush cut sides of artichoke with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Grill artichokes, covered with grill lid, over 350 to 400 heat 5 minutes on each side.
Meanwhile, microwave the butter in a microwave-safe glass bowl for 30 to 45 seconds, or until melted and hot. Stir in basil, 1/4 teas salt, and crushed red pepper. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve artichokes with buttery dipping sauce.
*Up until that part that clearly says to scoop out the choke. As you can tell by my pictures, I missed that part. 😉
Betsy
Thursday 1st of March 2012
This is exactly what I was looking for! I'm new to artichokes and was looking for something other than mayo to dip them in. Thank you! We'd love it if you would link up your recipe at seasonalpotluck.com March is artichoke month! https://bit.ly/zRfNjo
Sarah
Monday 3rd of October 2011
I totally know what you mean, I learned how to roast and carve a whole chicken, braise meat, and make a mean steak long before I lost my vegetarian label. But, I absolutely love artichokes and this looks like it's right up my alley!!
Tori @ The Shiksa in the Kitchen
Friday 30th of September 2011
I have always wanted to know how to grill an artichoke. Didn't realize it was so easy! I agree with Handsome, artichokes are deeeelish. I dip mine in Spectrum mayonnaise. The best!
Kim - Liv Life
Monday 26th of September 2011
I'm fairly new to artichokes, but I had them grill twice this year and loved them. I'm eager to give these guys a try!
Liz
Monday 26th of September 2011
I hope Handsome knows how good you are to him!!! We have it the other way around at our house...hubby wouldn't touch an artichoke with a 10 foot pole, but I certainly would take seconds of your beautiful grilled numbers. Artichokes have to be the most photogenic vegetable ever...and you certainly did them justice~
Kita
Monday 26th of September 2011
I'm copying this comment to his desk for him to find in the morning ;)