Delicious Deep Fried Artichokes Food

DELICIOUS DEEP FRIED ARTICHOKES

Steps:

• Wash and dry artichokes.
• Remove tough outer leaves and bottom stalks from artichokes.
• Pull leaves apart until center is slightly exposed.
• Liberally sprinkle salt and pepper inside of the artichokes, between the leaves.
• Heat oil in deep fryer until it reaches 350°F.
• Add the artichokes to oil and cook for 10 mins, until crisp and golden.
• Turn artichokes often, pressing them against the pan to open.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Sprinkle liberally with additional salt and pepper, and dig in!

DEEP-FRIED ARTICHOKES (CARCIOFI ALLA GIUDIA)

Steps:

• Prepare some acidulated water for the artichokes to keep them from turning brown.
• Halve the lemons and squeeze the juice into a bowl large enough to comfortably hold the artichokes.
• Place the lemons in the bowl with the juice and fill the bowl halfway with cold water.
• As you clean the artichokes place them in the acidulated water.
• Clean the artichokes by removing the tough outer leaves and peeling away the outer layer of the stem.
• Cut off the top 1/4 to 1/3 of the artichoke.
• Remove the inner beard and place the artichoke in acidulated water.
• Once the artichokes are cleaned, drain them well, and pat dry.
• Rap the artichokes gently on a cutting board to open them up.
• Gently open them up a bit further by spreading leaves.
• Deep fry for 10 minutes or until golden brown and tender on the inside in 150° C (300° F) oil, turning frequently.
• Make sure theyou use for frying is deep enough to hold the oil and artichokes without any risk of overflowing. I suggest filling the pot no more than half way with oil. If necessary, fry the artichokes in batches.
• It's essential to maintain the 300°F temperature to be sure the artichokes are tender on the inside and crisp & golden on the outside. I use a to keep track of the temperature.
• Remove the artichokes with a , then drain on a draining rack or brown paper placed on top of old newspapers.
• Salt the artichokes and serve immediately, or keep warm in the oven until ready to serve.

FRIED BABY ARTICHOKES

Steps:

• Remove and discard the artichoke stems. Peel off lower leaves (approximately 18.) Slice off the top half so that only the light green remains (artichokes should be approximately 1 1/4 inches), then cut the artichoke in half lengthwise.
• Place the artichokes in a medium pot, flat side down, and add olive oil to just cover. Add the garlic, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring the olive oil to a boil, cover the pot and reduce the heat to a low flame and simmer for 15 minutes. Insert a knife into the lower half and if easily penetrated, it's done.
• Remove the thyme and garlic from the pot, raise the heat and fry uncovered for approximately 2 minutes, turning over the artichokes midway. They are done when brown and crispy. Remove the artichokes from the pot and place them on paper towels flat side down. Sprinkle with salt and serve.