Fried Artichokes with Lemon Dill Dipping Sauce

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These Crispy Fried Artichokes garnished with Parmesan and dipped in a Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce are the most delicious and fun way to cook with Purple Artichokes that are now in season!

What is the Difference Between Green and Purple Artichokes?

Compared to green artichokes, purple ones are a bit “meatier” and have a slightly nuttier flavor to them which makes them even tastier when deep fried.

Why trim artichokes before cooking?

You always want to trim artichokes before cooking them by removing the thorny tips of the outer leaves, which can be sharp and potentially tricky. This helps make the artichokes earner and safer to handle and eat.

Ingredients to Make a Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce:

  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • Juice of 2 Lemons
  • 1 tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp. Fresh Dill, chopped

Then, you'll simply mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. You can also add a drizzle of olive oil for a richer and less acidic taste.

Can you Prep Fried Artichokes in Advance?

Yes, you can prep fried artichokes in advance 1-2 days before serving. When ready to serve, reheat in the oven on a wire rack at 400F for 5-6 minutes on each side. Keep a close eye on them, because you don't want them to burn but just get crispy again.

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Fried Artichokes with Lemon Dill Dipping Sauce

Crispy fried artichokes topped with parmesan and dipped in a creamy lemon dill dipping sauce.

PREP:
10
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HOURS
COOK:
60
MINS
HOURS
TOTAL:
70
MINS
HOURS
TOTAL:
70

Ingredients

Servings: 4-5

For the Fried Artichokes:

  • 3-4 Purple or Green Artichokes
  • 1 Lemon
  • Frying Oil
  • Grated Parmesan, for garnishing

For the Lemon Dill Dipping Sauce:

  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
  • Juice of 2 Lemons
  • 1 tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp. Fresh Dill, chopped

Instructions

For the Fried Artichokes:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the juice of 1 lemon.
  2. Trim the artichokes of any tough leaves or tops of the leaves, as well as the stem. Chop the very tops off to reveal the inside leaves.
  3. Submerge in the boiling water to cook 30-40 minutes, until fork tender.
  4. Remove with tongs and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
  5. Slice the tender artichokes in half, then use a spoon to remove the fuzzy part in the center of each half.
  6. Heat up frying oil to 400F.
  7. Fry in batches of 2-3 halves for 6-8 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
  8. Use a slotted spoon to place on a paper towel lined wire rack to drain any excess oils.
  9. (Optional) Fry a second time for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.

To Make the Sauce / To Serve:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix until well combined.
  2. Serve with the fried artichokes warm garnished with freshly grated parmesan.

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Megan
March 23, 2024
The whole leaf is not edible on the green artichokes. I don’t k ow about purple ones as I have never tried them. This is a lot of work for very little reward.
Megan
March 23, 2024
The whole leaf is not edible on the green artichokes. I don’t k ow about purple ones as I have never tried them. This is a lot of work for very little reward.
- From Author:
Hi Megan! The purple artichokes are meatier so that's why they're best for frying. It's one of my Armenian grandma's favorite appetizer but I can understand how it's not for everyone :)