Jul 14 2026
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Crispy Artichoke Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Crispy Artichoke, Preserved lemon.

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Ingredients

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Crispy Artichoke

Preserved Lemon

Method

Crispy Artichoke

  1. 1

    Prepare the Artichokes

    Drain the canned artichoke hearts and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading

    In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Wet Mixture

    In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until well combined.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Bread the Artichokes

    Dip each artichoke heart into the wet mixture, then dredge them in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off any excess.

  6. 6

    Fry the Artichokes

    Carefully place the breaded artichokes in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

  7. 7

    Drain and Serve

    Remove the fried artichokes with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm.

Preserved Lemon

  1. 8

    Prepare the Lemons

    Wash and scrub the lemons thoroughly to remove any wax. Cut them into quarters, leaving one side intact to create a 'hinge'.

  2. 9

    Pack the Lemons

    In a clean jar, sprinkle sea salt at the bottom, then pack the lemon quarters tightly, adding more salt between layers to ensure they are well coated.

  3. 10

    Add Water

    Pour the water into the jar until the lemons are fully submerged in the brine.

  4. 11

    Seal and Store

    Seal the jar tightly and let it sit at room temperature for about 1 week, shaking it daily to distribute the salt. After a week, transfer to the refrigerator and let it sit for at least 3-4 weeks before using.

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