Boiled Artichoke with a Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce
Delight in the simplicity and elegance of Boiled Artichoke with a Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce—a dish that transforms humble ingredients into a sophisticated appetizer or side. This easy recipe highlights the nutty, earthy flavor of tender artichokes, gently boiled with a touch of lemon and salt to enhance their natural taste. Served alongside a luxurious garlic butter sauce, enriched with a hint of pepper and optional fresh parsley for brightness, every bite becomes a decadent experience. Perfect for dinner parties or a cozy night in, this recipe is as fun to eat as it is delicious, with each leaf dipped and savored. Ready in under an hour, it’s a wholesome, visually striking dish that’s sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Artichokes
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Prepare the artichokes by trimming the stem to about 1 inch and cutting off the top 1 inch of the artichoke with a sharp knife.
2. Use kitchen scissors to trim the sharp tips off the remaining leaves.
3. Rinse the artichokes under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
4. Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and the juice of 1 lemon to the water.
5. Submerge the prepared artichokes in the boiling water. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the leaves pull away easily and the base of the artichoke is tender when pierced with a knife.
6. While the artichokes are cooking, prepare the garlic butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over low heat.
7. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic doesn’t burn.
8. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper. Optional: Add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and freshness.
9. Remove the cooked artichokes from the pot and let them cool for a few minutes.
10. Serve the boiled artichokes warm with the garlic butter dipping sauce on the side. To eat, pull off individual leaves, dip the base into the sauce, and scrape the tender flesh with your teeth. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.9 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 129 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 7550 mg | 328% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 836 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
