Receta de alcachofas al vapor

Ingredientes

• 4 whole artichokes
• 2 lemons
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cups water
• 2/3 cup mayonnaise
• 2 cloves garlic (, minced)
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Artichoke Prep: ---

2. 2

   Trim the tops of the artichokes, cutting about 1 inch from the top of the artichoke. Then trim about 1/2" from the top of the leaves on the outermost layers.

3. 3

   Cut the bottom to create a flat surface for the artichoke to sit.

4. 4

   Zest the first lemon (set this aside in a bowl), then cut it into wedges and rub the artichokes with the lemon to prevent browning.

5. 5

   Note: Reserve the lemon itself.

6. 6

   Zest and juice the second lemon and set aside with the other zest.

7. 7

   --- To Steam: ---

8. 8

   Add: To a large dutch oven add your reserved lemon you rubbed on the artichokes and the water.

9. 9

   Place: Add in the steamer basket, turn the artichokes upside down and place in the basket.

10. 10

    Steam: Cover and steam for 25-30 minutes.

11. 11

    Remove from the steamer, pull out a leaf from the center. If it removes easily the artichokes are done.

12. 12

    Serve: You can serve the artichokes this way with aioli if you want.

13. 13

    --- Lemon Garlic Dipping Sauce: ---

14. 14

    Mix the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, parmesan cheese, dried basil, salt and black pepper in a small bowl.

15. 15

    Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.