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Italian Fried Artichokes

Fried Artichokes the Italian way, dipped in an easy 3 ingredient batter, then fried to perfection. The perfect side dish or appetizer.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 229 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 8 artichokes (cleaned and quartered)
  • 2 eggs
  • ⅔ cup flour (divided) (87 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 3-4 pinches salt (divided) (more or less)
  • vegetable oil for frying (I use corn oil)

Instructions

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  1. Clean the artichokes with a sharp knife, cut off the tough outer leaves of the artichoke until you reach the tender pale green leaves. Then cut off about 3/4 of an inch of the top. Leave about 1/2 an inch of the stem. Cut the artichoke into quarters. Place the cleaned quartered artichokes in cold water with the juice of half a lemon, this will prevent browning.
  2. In a medium bowl beat the eggs, ⅓ cup flour, milk and 1-2 pinches of salt. Drain the artichokes from the water and towel dry. On a small plate add the remaining 1/3 cup of flour, dredge the quartered artichokes in the flour then dip in the egg mixture.
  3. Fry the artichokes in hot oil (375F / 190C), they should take 5-7 minutes to cook, turn a few times so they brown on all sides. Remove with a slotted spoon, and place on a paper towel lined plate, sprinkle with a little salt and serve. Enjoy.

Nutrition Information

Calories 229kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 43g (14%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 2g (3%) Cholesterol 82mg (27%) Sodium 273mg (11%) Potassium 999mg (29%) Fiber 14g (56%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 150IU (3%) Vitamin C 29.9mg (33%) Calcium 132mg (13%) Iron 4.6mg (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 229

% Daily Value*

Calories 229kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 43g 14%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 2g 3%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 273mg 11%
Potassium 999mg 21%
Fiber 14g 56%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 150IU 3%
Vitamin C 29.9mg 33%
Calcium 132mg 13%
Iron 4.6mg 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.