Artichokes Francese Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Artichokes

   Trim the stems of the artichokes and remove the outer leaves until you reach the tender ones. Cut the top 1 inch off each artichoke and rub the cut edges with lemon juice to prevent browning. Submerge them in water mixed with lemon juice and salt until ready to cook.

2. 2

   Cook the Artichokes

   In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the artichokes and cook for about 30-40 minutes or until the leaves pull off easily. Drain and let cool.

3. 3

   Prepare the Batter

   In a bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, and a pinch of salt until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the artichokes.

4. 4

   Fry the Artichokes

   Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Dip each artichoke in the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. 5

   Serve

   Serve the Artichokes Francese warm, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired.