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Carciofi alla Giudia

A Roman Jewish classic featuring whole artichokes fried twice until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, blossoming into edible golden flowers.

45 minMediumServes 4220 cal/serving

ItalianAppetizerStovetopVeganVegetarianMediterraneanHigh FiberLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 globe artichokes, trimmed
  • 2 lemons, halved
  • 4 cups olive oil
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill a large bowl with cold water and squeeze in the juice from 2 halved lemons.

  2. 2

    Trim the tough outer leaves from 4 trimmed globe artichokes, pare the stems, and submerge them in lemon water for 10 minutes to prevent browning.

  3. 3

    Drain and pat artichokes completely dry, gently press leaves outward against a board to open them like flowers, then season with 1 tsp fine sea salt and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper.

  4. 4

    Heat 4 cups olive oil in a deep pot to 280 degrees Fahrenheit and poach artichokes stem side up for 10 to 12 minutes until soft.

  5. 5

    Transfer artichokes to a rack to cool briefly, raise oil temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and fry again for 3 to 5 minutes until crispy and bronze.

  6. 6

    Drain on paper towels, sprinkle with extra salt, and serve immediately.

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Questions

What is Carciofi alla Giudia?

A Roman Jewish classic featuring whole artichokes fried twice until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, blossoming into edible golden flowers. This reference files it under Italian appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 45 minutes start to finish.

Why pat it dry first in Carciofi alla Giudia?

Surface water has to boil off before anything can brown. Drying at step 3 means the food sears in the first minute instead of steaming.

Is Carciofi alla Giudia low-carb?

A serving of Carciofi alla Giudia carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 9 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

How many carbs are in Carciofi alla Giudia?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 18 g of carbohydrate in about 220 calories, with 4 g protein and 16 g fat, plus 9 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Carciofi alla Giudia?

It is not a good candidate. Refrigerate what is left of Carciofi alla Giudia within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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