Steamed Artichokes
Servings 4
Equipment
- Large Pot with Steamer and Lid
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
Artichokes:
- One artichoke per person
- Bay leaf
- 6 cloves of whole garlic
Soy Garlic Aioli:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove of garlic finely minced or grated
- 1-2 tbsp soy sauce to taste
Other Dipping Options:
- Mayonnaise
- Melted butter with 1 clove of minced garlic
- Fresh lemon juice to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking water by adding a bay leaf & garlic cloves to a large pot with a few cups of water over medium-high heat. Place the steamer in the pot.
- Prepare the artichokes for cooking by trimming off the sharp ends of the artichoke leaves with scissors, if desired. Cut the top and stem off and clean well.
- Cook the artichokes by placing them in the steamer and covering with a lid.
- Steam for 35-45 minutes, depending on their size, or until the leaves can be easily removed.
- Meanwhile, make the soy garlic aioli by combining the mayonnaise, garlic, and soy sauce until well-mixed.
- Remove from the steamer and set on a serving plate.
- Serve hot or at room temperature with your preferred dipping sauce. Enjoy.
- Eat the artichokes by dipping the bottom end of your leaves in the aioli, garlic butter, or mayonnaise.
- Once you get down to the artichoke heart, remove the fuzzy covering with a spoon, then dip the artichoke heart in the aioli and eat. Enjoy.