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Steamed Artichoke with Garlic Butter

Sangria artichokes are vibrantly colored and meaty, and this steamed Artichoke with Garlic Butter is addictively delicious.
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Mediterranean
Keyword artichoke with garlic, garlic butter, steamed artichoke
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Calories 189kcal
Author Laura Bashar | Family Spice

Ingredients

  • 1 artichoke
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 large garlic clove crushed
  • 1 teaspoon diced chives

Instructions

  • Rinse and trim ½ to 1 inch off the top of artichoke.
  • Trim half inch off the bottom stem and slightly spread open the petals.
  • Rub cut parts of artichoke with 1 TBS lemon juice.
  • In a large pot add 2 to 3 inches of water and place a steamer basket over the water. Place artichoke in steamer basket cut side up.
  • Cover pot and steam until leaves are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • During the last 5 mins of steaming, add butter, 2 teaspoon lemon juice, crushed garlic clove and chives in small pot over medium heat. Cook until butter is melted.
  • Serve artichokes warm or at room temperature with dipping sauce.
  • After enjoying the leaves, scoop out the fuzzy center “choke” prior to eating the inner heart.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 artichoke | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 42mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 1g
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