Grilled Artichokes

Name: Grilled Artichokes
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp chopped fresh herbs such as rosemary, oregano, thyme; 79 milliliters extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, cut in half (no need to peel); 1 bay leaf; 1 lemon, cut into wedges; 2 larges to 4 large globe artichokes; 1 serving Salt

Grilled Artichokes could be just the gluten free, dairy free, lacto ovo vegetarian, and whole 30 recipe you've been looking for. One portion of this dish contains around 3g of protein, 18g of fat, and It works best as a side dish, and is done in about 1 hour. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for The Fourth Of July. If you have lemon, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. Users who liked this recipe also liked Grilled Artichokes, Grilled Artichokes, and Grilled Artichokes.

Instructions

Place chopped fresh herbs in a small bowl (not the bay leaf), cover with olive oil. Microwave on high heat for 30 seconds (or heat oil and herbs on the stovetop until warm).

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Herbs

Olive Oil

Bay Leaves

Cooking Oil

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Microwave

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Let the herbs steep in the warm olive oil while you prepare the artichokes.

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Artichoke

Olive Oil

Herbs

Prep the artichokes: Prepare a large pot with an inch of water at the bottom.

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Artichoke

Water

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Pot

Add the cut cloves of garlic and the bay leaf, and place a steamer rack in the pot.

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Bay Leaves

Clove

Garlic

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Pot

To prepare the artichokes, have lemon wedges ready. If you want a nice presentation, use scissors to snip away the pointy tips of the artichoke leaves. As you trim the artichokes, rub the cut areas with juice from the lemon wedges to prevent the artichokes from turning brown from oxidation.

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Lemon Wedge

Artichoke

Juice

Dry Seasoning Rub

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Use a vegetable peeler to cut away the thick outer layer of the artichoke stems. Trim the stems to 2 inches from the base of the artichoke.

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Artichoke

Vegetable

Base

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Cut off and discard the top 1/2 inch of the artichokes.

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Artichoke

Cut the artichokes in half.

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Artichoke

Use a strong metal spoon to scoop out the fuzzy chokes and the small inner artichoke leaves. Rub lemon juice all over the inside and exposed cut areas of the artichokes.

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Lemon Juice

Artichoke

Dry Seasoning Rub

Heat the water in the large pot with a steamer rack on high. When it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium high and place the artichoke halves, cut side down on the steam rack.

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Artichoke

Water

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Cover. Steam for 20 minutes (less or more, depending on the size of the artichokes), until you can easily pull off the outer leaves, and you can pierce the heart easily with a knife.

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Artichoke

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The artichokes can be just a tiny bit less cooked than would be typically perfect for steamed artichokes, as you will be cooking them further on the grill.

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Artichoke

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Grill

Grill the artichokes: Prepare your grill for direct, high heat. Use a pastry brush to brush the artichoke all over with the herb infused oil.

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Infused Oil

Artichoke

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Grill

Sprinkle all over with salt.

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Salt

Place the artichoke halves cut-side-down on the grill grates. Cover, and grill for 5 to 10 minutes, until you have nice grill mark on the cut sides of the artichokes.

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Artichoke

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Grill

To serve, sprinkle the cut sides with more lemon juice.

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Lemon Juice

Serve alone or with mayonnaise, remoulade, or aioli.

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Mayonnaise