Here’s the best way to grill artichokes for a tender, smoky, and delicious appetizer or side.
Are you an artichoke lover?
My mom first encountered artichokes in college in Los Angeles in the late 50s.
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She was babysitting for a family who left instructions for her on how to cook this strange looking vegetable.
The trick is to steam them first.
Sprinkle with salt and lemon juice to serve.
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Microwave on high heat for 30 seconds (or heat oil and herbs on the stovetop until warm).
Let the herbs steep in the warm olive oil while you prepare the artichokes.
Prepare a large pot with an inch of water at the bottom.
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Add the cut cloves of garlic and the bay leaf, and place a steamer rack in the 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.
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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.
Cut off and discard the top 1/2 inch of the artichokes.
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Cut the artichokes in half.
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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Heat the water in the large pot with a steamer rack on high.
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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Sprinkle all over with salt.
Place the artichoke halves cut-side-down on the grill grates.
To serve, sprinkle the cut sides with more lemon juice.
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Serve alone or with mayonnaise,remoulade, or aioli.
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