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    Category Home » Appetizers » Fried Artichokes with Lemony Garlic Aioli

    Fried Artichokes with Lemony Garlic Aioli

    Published: Aug 26, 2019 · Modified: Apr 8, 2021 by Leigh Anderson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    These crispy, golden-brown fried artichokes are the perfect appetizer for and end of summer meal! The best part is they’re made with frozen artichokes so there’s no dealing with all the fuss of fresh artichokes, which let’s face it are very fussy and tedious to handle.

    a paper towel lined baking tray with fried artichokes, lemon wedges and a bowl of lemon aioli

    Crispy fried artichoke hearts are one of my favorite easy appetizer hacks! They’re made with frozen artichokes and don’t require any battering, or dredging.

    I serve these fried artichokes with lemony garlic “aioli” which is really just lemony garlic mayo because I like to keep things easy around here. I also serve them with very cold, crisp white wine, but that’s totally optional!

    Ingredients You’ll Need:

    All you need to make these fried artichokes are five simple ingredients: frozen artichokes, mayo, lemon, garlic, and neutral oil for frying.

    artichokes on a metal platter, a bowl of garlic cloves, a bowl of mayo, lemons

    Recipe Steps

    Step 1. Make the Aioli

    In a small bowl whisk together the mayo, grated garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside until ready to serve.

    Step 2. Fry the artichokes

    In batches, fry the artichokes until they are a deep golden brown. Flip them over as they are frying to ensure even color on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined tray to drain. Season with salt while they are still hot. 

    a metal mixing bowl with garlic aioli and a whisk and a cast iron pan with artichokes frying.

    Step 3. Serve!

    Grate some lemon zest over the fried artichokes and serve with the lemony garlic mayo.

    fried artichokes draining on a paper towel lined baking tray

    Check out more great appetizers:

    • Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Green Goddess Dip
    • Garlicky Labneh + Tahini Dip
    • Blistered Shishito Peppers with Soy-Garlic Mayo
    • Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Spinach and Artichoke
    • How to Build a Charcuterie & Cheese Platter
    • Oven-Roasted Patatas Bravas with Smokey Tomato Aioli

    I love to hear from readers and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. If you make this recipe be sure to leave a comment and/or give it a rating! Don’t forget to follow along on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest updates!

    a paper towel lined baking tray with fried artichokes, lemon wedges and a bowl of lemon aioli

    Fried Artichokes with Lemony Garlic Aioli

    Crispy fried artichoke hearts perfect for dipping in lemony aioli!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 439kcal
    Author: Leigh Anderson

    Ingredients

    • 2 9 oz bags frozen baby artichoke hearts defrosted
    • 2 cups neutral oil like avocado or sunflower
    • ½ c mayo
    • 1 large clove garlic grated
    • 3 tbsp lemon juice + lemon zest
    • salt and pepper

    Instructions

    • In a small bowl whisk together the mayo, grated garlic, lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Set aside until ready to serve.
    • Fill a cast-iron pan or small saucepot with the oil and place over medium/high heat. You want to aim for 325-350 degrees.
    • Place the defrosted artichoke hearts on a clean kitchen towel. Gently pat them dry with the towel, absorbing as much of the excess moisture as you can.
    • In batches, fry the artichokes until they are a deep golden brown. Flip them over as they are frying to ensure even color on all sides. Use a slotted spoon to remove them from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined tray to drain. Season with salt while they are still hot. Repeat this process with the next batch.
    • Grate some lemon zest over the fried artichokes and serve with the lemony garlic mayo.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 178mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 18IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Mdecker

      November 13, 2022 at 5:59 pm

      I just had something super similar at a restaurant this evening and found your recipe to see if I could make them at home. Do you think I could make these in the air fryer? Would they be as good?

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