Fried Baby Artichokes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Fried Baby Artichokes
35 min.
4
227kcal

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Looking for a simple yet delicious side dish that's both vegetarian and vegan-friendly? Try this Fried Baby Artichokes recipe! Not only is it a delightful addition to any meal, but it's also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions.

This recipe is a breeze to whip up, taking only 35 minutes from start to finish, and serves 4 people. Each serving comes in at a modest 227 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The artichokes are not only crispy and flavorful but also packed with nutrients.

To make this dish, you'll need baby artichokes, fresh thyme, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. With just a few simple steps, you'll have a stunning side dish that's sure to impress your friends and family. First, prepare the artichokes by removing their stems and slicing off the top half. Then, cook them in olive oil with garlic and thyme until tender. Finally, fry them until they're crispy and golden brown.

Sprinkle some salt over the cooked artichokes, and serve them as a side dish. The protein, fat, and carb breakdown of this dish is well-balanced, with 12.48% protein, 49.19% fat, and 38.33% carbs. Give this Fried Baby Artichokes recipe a try, and enjoy a delicious, healthy, and versatile side dish!

Ingredients

  • 10  baby artichokes 
  • bunch thyme sprigs fresh
  • cloves garlic fresh peeled
  • servings olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • knife
  • pot

Directions

  1. Watch how to make this recipe.
  2. Remove and discard the artichoke stems. Peel off lower leaves (approximately 18.) Slice off the top half so that only the light green remains (artichokes should be approximately 1 1/4 inches), then cut the artichoke in half lengthwise.
  3. Place the artichokes in a medium pot, flat side down, and add olive oil to just cover.
  4. Add the garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring the olive oil to a boil, cover the pot and reduce the heat to a low flame and simmer for 15 minutes. Insert a knife into the lower half and if easily penetrated, it's done.
  5. Remove the thyme and garlic from the pot, raise the heat and fry uncovered for approximately 2 minutes, turning over the artichokes midway. They are done when brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the artichokes from the pot and place them on paper towels flat side down.
  7. Sprinkle with salt and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories227kcal
Protein12.48%
Fat49.19%
Carbs38.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.75
Glycemic Load
0.5
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
7.076521601366%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:226.88kcal
11.34%
Fat:14.05g
21.61%
Saturated Fat:1.94g
12.15%
Carbohydrates:24.63g
8.21%
Net Carbohydrates:12.86g
4.68%
Sugar:3.87g
4.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:848.18mg
36.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.02g
16.04%
Fiber:11.77g
47.09%
Vitamin A:1946.91IU
38.94%
Iron:3.76mg
20.88%
Vitamin E:2.02mg
13.48%
Calcium:88.18mg
8.82%
Vitamin C:7.26mg
8.79%
Vitamin K:8.91µg
8.49%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.29%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3%
Copper:0.02mg
1.14%