Instant Pot Artichokes

Master tender, garlicky Instant Pot Artichokes in just 25 minutes! This quick recipe makes a healthy, impressive side dish.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 medium artichokes
• 1 1/2 cups water
• 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
• 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
• 1 teaspoon salt

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Trim artichokes: Trim the artichokes by cutting off the stems to create a flat base and snipping off the thorny tips of the leaves with kitchen shears.
2. 2Rub lemon: Rub the cut surfaces of the artichokes with lemon wedges to prevent browning.
3. 3Add water: Pour water into the Instant Pot and add the garlic cloves and salt.
4. 4Arrange artichokes: Place the trivet in the Instant Pot and arrange the artichokes on top, stem side down.
5. 5Seal lid: Secure the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
6. 6Pressure cook: Select 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' and set the timer for 20 minutes on high pressure.
7. 7Release pressure: Once the cooking time has finished, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release for any remaining pressure.
8. 8Remove artichokes: Open the lid once the pressure has fully released and remove the artichokes using tongs.
9. 9Serve the artichokes warm with your choice of dipping sauce.