Oven roasted artichokes are delicious, easy to prepare and with your favorite dip your guests will beg for more. A perfect starter for any dinner party!
Here in Spain artichokes are now in season so I couldn’t resist but buying some. Funny thing was I had no clue how to prepare them. I mean, I use the artichoke hearts in salads but I always buy in a shop the ones in cans. The fresh ones, on the other hand, are a very different story!
I’ve learnt that you eat only about 1/3 of each leaf (the part that is close to the heart) + the heart. You also have to remove the “choke” – tiny hairs that grow from the heart and are not edible at all! People also tend to cut off the tips of the leaves (they might be a bit sharp) but I don’t as I think it’s a waste of time.
I fell in love with this vegetable (well, actually it’s a thistle) when I was told how to prepare them. I have to admit I was a bit apprehensive about it and was thinking to myself: well, what can be so amazing about a baked thistle, seasoned and drizzled with some oil and lemon juice. Well, I was wrong!!! These artichokes are simply a treat that has to be shared with you friends or loved ones! I have used my favorite dip to go with it but you can use any dip you love!
I didn’t write down the amount of oil, salt, pepper and lemon juice as it depends on what you like. In general, I would season them well on both sides. Don’t worry too much about it as you will only end up eating the hidden parts of leaves so it’s a very small chance of over seasoning them. As for the lemon juice and olive oil – a generous squeeze/drizzle of both is what you are aiming for.
If you are looking for more easy appetizer recipes, check these out:
- Simple Mediterranean Antipasti Platter
- Vegetarian Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
- Spanish Tapas Spicy Garlic Angulas
- Waldorf Cheese Ball Bites
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Oven Roasted Artichokes with Homemade Garlic Dip
Ingredients
- Artichokes (1/2 to 1 per person)
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Lemons
For the dip:
- 2 tsp Sour Cream (or more)
- 1 tbsp Ketchup
- 2 cloves Garlic
- Salt to taste
- A squeeze of Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Wash the artichokes.
- Cut the stem off, leaving about 1 cm. Cut the top off and cut in half – lengthwise. Squeeze over some lemon juice. This will prevent the cut artichokes from turning brown while you are prepping the rest of them (You don’t have to do it. They will come brown out the oven anyway).
- Place the artichoke halves on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Now drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and squeeze some more lemon juice over (do this on both sides).
- Turn all of them the cut side down and place in a preheated oven. Bake at 200°C/400°F for 30 minutes or until leaves come out easily when pulled. If you grab a leaf and it doesn’t come out easily, bake them for a bit longer.
- While the artichokes are in the oven, get the dip ready:
- Mix the sour cream, ketchup, salt, crushed garlic and lemon juice together and you are done.
Note:
- Don’t worry about the color or some dried leaves – you can simply remove them afterwards. The best part is around the heart of artichoke which is inside, near the stem so make sure that is cooked thoroughly.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or a snack!
CakeSpy says
01/04/2016 at 14:57OMG, I have such an artichoke craving now. I must try this!
HappyFoods says
01/04/2016 at 18:36Haha. I know that feeling! Try and let me know if you liked it!
elizabeth miller says
26/03/2017 at 15:37this sounds amazing. I never really knew what to do with an artichoke. I am definitly going to make this.
Julia | HappyFoods Tube says
27/03/2017 at 09:23I hope you’ll like it! :)
[email protected] says
04/04/2017 at 20:57I never really knew how to prepare artichokes but I really like them. Just always bought canned but now I think I’m going have to try this.
Julia | HappyFoods Tube says
05/04/2017 at 21:16Hope you do! You’ll be in for a treat!
Alicia Taylor says
04/04/2017 at 21:16I have only ever tried artichokes marinated. I’ve never cooked them from fresh. It sure looks beautiful!
Julia | HappyFoods Tube says
05/04/2017 at 21:16They are delicious and make a great party food!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
04/04/2017 at 21:23Yum. I love artichokes! Roasted is a great way to eat them. Great recipe!
Julia | HappyFoods Tube says
05/04/2017 at 21:17Thanks a lot, Elaine!
Kristen Greazel says
04/04/2017 at 21:45gosh, I wish I had some to eat right now!
Julia | HappyFoods Tube says
05/04/2017 at 21:40:) Will I send some over? :)
Kelly @ Trial and Eater says
04/04/2017 at 22:10The first time making a whole artichoke is always an adventure! Sounds like you made a winner!
Julia | HappyFoods Tube says
05/04/2017 at 21:15Thanks, Kelly!
Sarah says
24/02/2018 at 03:26Making this tonight. I’ve had to bake for some additional time. And THIS DIP IS AMAZING. I was worried, I’m not a ketchup girl… and there wasn’t a comment about it. But YUM. Thank you for this recipe. 😁
Julia | Happy Foods Tube says
24/02/2018 at 16:55Delighted to hear that, Sarah :) I make that dip with almost everything :) It’s also perfect for grilled meats. Now the baking time might vary depending on the size of artichokes.