A lot of people think only of the heart when they think of artichokes. Often you will find them in cans, jars, or the freezer section, but where do those delicious hearts actually come from?
The whole artichoke is actually an amazing vegetable that doesn’t get utilized enough. It is not only delicious, but eating it is a great experience to have with friends. If you’re interested, learn this simple recipe for perfect boiled artichokes.
Start by filling up a pot of water most of the way up, and bring it to a boil. You want the artichokes to be completely submerged so they cook evenly.
To the pot, add some salt, a bay leaf, and half a lemon juiced. All of these items will flavor the water and make the artichokes taste even better.
Clean the artichokes by peeling away the first few leaves off and cut most of the stem so only about an inch or 2 is left.
Finally, put the artichokes in and let them boil for about 25-30 minutes. Test whether they are done by pulling off a leaf and checking if it’s tender.
Serve with dipping sauces like a vinaigrette, aioli, or just melted butter and lemon.