How to Cook an Artichoke by Steaming or Boiling
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How to Cook an Artichoke by Steaming or Boiling
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Cooking an artichoke is really simple! I prefer steaming or boiling for the most tender leaves and best results.
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Ingredients
Steaming Method
- 3 artichokes
Boiling Method
- 3 artichokes
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 garlic bulb cut in half
Instructions
- Remove about an inch of the top of the artichoke, remove any small dark leaves from the bottom
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil.
Steaming Method
- Place the artichokes in the steamer basket and carefully place into the boiling water.
- Reduce to a simmer, and cook for 40-60 minutes or until an outer leaf can easily be removed.
Boiling Method
- Combine flour and lemon juice, mix to a thin paste, add water if necessary.
- Once boiling, add lemon and flour mixture and garlic bulb to the boiling water.
- Carefully place the artichokes into the boiling water.
- Reduce to a simmer, and cook for about 35 minutes or until an outer leaf can easily be removed
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Notes
- Storage: It's best to enjoy artichokes immediately after cooking. However you can store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Photo Credit: Erin Jensen
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1g
Calories
87kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
19g
(6%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Sodium
120mg
(5%)
Potassium
482mg
(14%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
17IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
57mg
(6%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 87kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 120mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 482mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 17IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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