Simply Cooked Steamed Artichokes

Simply Cooked Steamed Artichokes

Steaming That Mysterious Vegetable: A Guide to Artichokes

Wanna know a simple way to prepare artichokes? Look no further. This guide is all you need to steam these bad boys and add some flavor with mayonnaise, a dipping sauce, or aioli of your choice.

Difficulty: Easy peasyServings: 2Cook Time: Approx. 30 mins

Ingredients

Artichokes:

• Salt
• 2 medium artichokes

For Serving (see Game Plan note):

• Mayonnaise
• Garlic-Mint Yogurt Spread
• Aioli
• Melted butter

Steps

1. Fill a saucepan with an inch of salted water. If water seeps through the holes in the steamer basket, drain some out. Bring the water to a boil then lower the heat.
2. Trim the artichokes. Snip off any discolored or brown leaves. Cut stems down to half an inch and eliminate the top third pointy bit. Pop them into the steamer basket, cover, and let 'em steam for 20 minutes. Check for doneness by tugging off an outer leaf. If it comes off easily and a knife easily slips into the base, voila, they're done. If not, steam for another 10-15 minutes as needed.

Pro Tips

• Plan to eat 'em with a dipping sauce of your preference to heighten the flavor experience. Check out our serving suggestions below.

Dipping Sauces

• Melted Butter: Just dip the leaf and savor.
• Aioli or Mayo: Swirl in garlic or lemon for some zing.
• Lemon Yogurt Sauce: Mix Greek yogurt with lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt for a tangy twist[5].

A fun and interactive dining experience

Artichokes are best stored in the refrigerator by lightly wetting them and keeping them in an open plastic bag[1]. Steaming artichokes can also be a fun activity, especially when incorporating kids in the cooking process[5].So, there you have it, folks. A delicious guide to steaming artichokes and exploring a range of flavors with dipping sauces. Happy cooking!

1. For an easy artichoke recipe, follow the guide on steaming artichokes, featuring instructions, uncategorized dipping sauces, and a yield of approximately 2 artichokes.
2. The guide includes nutrition facts for artichokes and simple cooking steps, such as trimming and steaming, with additional tips for a fun cooking experience, especially with kids.
3. This artichoke guide provides suggestions for serving options, including mayonnaise, garlic-mint yogurt spread, aioli, or melted butter, to enhance the taste experience.
4. To make the artichoke steaming process more efficient, the guide offers tips on preparing artichokes, such as draining water if it seeps through the steamer basket and checking for doneness by tugging off an outer leaf.

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