Description
Succulent artichokes with umami mayo dipping sauce make an excellent Spring side or appetizer. Gluten-Free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 artichokes, trimmed and halved
- 3 Tbsp Mayonnaise
- 2 tsp tamari sauce
- 1 lemon, juiced
Instructions
- Prep Steamer. Place enough water in a pot fitted with a steaming insert for the water to reach just below the insert but not touch the steam basket. Bring the water to a boil and cover until ready for use.
- Trim and halve Artichoke. Trim the stem by cutting off just the end like you would trim a mushroom. Trim the tips of the petals as well using a chefs knife to cut about 3/4″ off the top of the artichoke. If you’d like to reduce the cook time, cut the artichokes in half lengthwise. Rub the cut sides of the artichokes with sliced lemon (this is to keep the color more vibrant).
- Steam the Artichokes. Squeeze the remainder of the lemon juice into the boiling water and place the artichokes cut-side down in the steam basket using tongs careful not burn yourself. Cover and cook 20-30 minutes depending on the size of your vegetables. Artichokes are done steaming when the leaves on the outside and inside pull away with ease. Remove artichokes and using a spoon, scoop out the fibrous part just above the heart and beneath the leaves. Serve room temp. Scoop the sauce into the cavern or serve it on the side.
- Make Dipping Sauce. In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp mayonnaise of choice with 2 tsp tamari (gluten free) or soy sauce. Taste and add more tamari as necessary. If you add too much tamari, just add a little more mayo until it suits your taste.
Notes
Substitutions: f you’re unable to find artichokes, replace them with Asparagus and steam for 3-5 minutes depending on how tender you like them. Avoiding mayonnaise? Swap it for plain Greek yogurt.
As always, make this recipe your own and tell me about what you create in the comments.
Keywords: artichokes, spring, appetizer, side, dipping sauce, quick, easy, 5 ingredients
