Grilled Artichokes
Description
These grilled artichokes with a garlic, lemon, and olive oil dipping sauce are easy to cook on the grill for a tender and smoky summer appetizer or side.
Ingredients
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1 lemon, quartered
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2 large artichokes
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3/4 cup olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
1
Gather the ingredients.
2
Fill a large bowl with cold water. Squeeze juice from one lemon wedge into the water. Trim tops and stems from artichokes, cut in half lengthwise, and use a spoon to scoop out the fuzzy choke. Place artichoke halves in the lemon water to prevent browning.
3
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add artichokes to boiling water, and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
4
To make the basting and dipping sauce: Squeeze remaining lemon wedges into a medium bowl; stir in olive oil and garlic, and season with salt and pepper.
5
Brush artichokes with a coating of lemon-garlic dipping sauce; place on the preheated grill and cook, basting with sauce and turning frequently, until the tips are a little charred, 5 to 10 minutes. Serve immediately with remaining lemon-garlic sauce.