Crispy Fried Artichokes

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly **Crispy Fried Artichokes**, a showstopping dish that’s as elegant as it is delicious. Featuring tender, fresh artichokes that are skillfully trimmed, lightly boiled, and coated in a flavorful trifecta of seasoned flour, egg wash, and crunchy breadcrumbs, this recipe ensures perfect crispiness in every bite. The light tang of lemon water preserves the artichokes’ vibrant color and brings a zesty brightness to the dish. Quick-fried to golden perfection in bubbling vegetable oil, these crispy bites are best served hot and make for a sophisticated crowd-pleasing snack or appetizer. Pair them with aioli or your favorite dipping sauce for a gourmet touch! Perfect for entertaining or indulging, these fried artichokes are a must-try for lovers of unique veggie dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large fresh artichokes
• 1 whole lemon
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 3 cups vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large bowl with cold water and squeeze the juice of one lemon into it, adding the lemon halves as well.

Step 2

Trim the artichokes by cutting off the top third and peeling away tough outer leaves until you reach the tender yellowish ones.

Step 3

Cut each artichoke vertically into halves or quarters, depending on size, then use a spoon to scoop out the fuzzy choke from the center.

Step 4

As you work, place the trimmed artichoke pieces into the lemon water to prevent browning.

Step 5

Once all artichokes are prepped, bring a pot of salted water to boil. Add artichokes and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.

Step 6

Drain and pat the artichokes dry with paper towels.

Step 7

In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 8

In another bowl, whisk together eggs and water until well blended.

Step 9

Place breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Step 10

Dredge each artichoke piece in the flour mixture, dip into the egg wash, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.

Step 11

In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 12

Fry artichokes in batches, careful not to overcrowd the pan, for about 2-3 minutes each side until golden brown and crisp.

Step 13

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 14

Season additionally with salt if desired and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1696.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6703.2

Total Fat 644.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 403.3g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 4800.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.5g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 61.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 437.0mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 2771.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.4%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 14.1%