Fried Artichokes with Lemony Garlic Aioli
Crispy fried artichoke hearts perfect for dipping in lemony aioli!
Servings: 4
Calories: 439kcal
Ingredients
- 2 9 oz bags frozen baby artichoke hearts defrosted
- 2 cups neutral oil like avocado or sunflower
- 1/2 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