Artichokes Basted With Anchovy Butter Recipe

Name: Artichokes Basted With Anchovy Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened; 4 salted anchovy fillets, rinsed, and finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, peeled, halved, germ removed, and grated on a Microplane grater; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon finely ground fresh black pepper; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 8 medium globe artichokes, 10 to 12 ounces each; 3 to 4 lemons, halved and seeds removed; Kosher salt, for salting the water; About 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil; About 1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley; Fleur de sel

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened
4 salted anchovy fillets, rinsed, and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled, halved, germ removed, and grated on a Microplane grater
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon finely ground fresh black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
8 medium globe artichokes, 10 to 12 ounces each
3 to 4 lemons, halved and seeds removed
Kosher salt, for salting the water
About 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
About 1/4 cup coarsely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Fleur de sel

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1. Preheat all grates of a well-oiled charcoal or gas grill to high.
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2. Combine all of the butter ingredients together and set aside.
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3. Cut off the thorny ends of the artichokes with scissors and then cut the artichokes lengthwise in half. Rub the cut sides of the artichokes with a lemon half and place, cut side down, on a sheet pan. Add enough lightly salted water, 2 to 3 cups, to come 1/4 inch up the sides of the artichokes.
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Place the pan with the artichokes directly on the grate, reduce the heat to medium-high if you can (those cooking on coals won't be able to, and must monitor the water level especially closely), close the lid, and cook, adding water as needed to maintain the level at 1/4 inch. Cook until tender when pierced with a paring knife, about 30 minutes.
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4. Carefully remove the pan from the grill. Using a spoon, scoop the fuzzy choke from each of the halves. Transfer the cleaned halves to a new sheet pan.
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Using your hands or a brush, evenly, but lightly, coat both sides of the artichokes with canola oil.
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5. Place the artichokes, cut side down, on the grate andn grill until well marked and lightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and repeat on the second side, grilling for 2 to 3 minutes.
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While still cut side up, place about 1/2 tablespoon of butter in each of the cavities and allow it to melt.
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Squeeze lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with parsley and fleur de sel.
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6. Remove theth artichokes from the grill and arrange on a serving platter.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons (4 ounces) unsalted butter, softened, 4 salted anchovy fillets, rinsed, and finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, peeled, halved, germ removed, and grated on a Microplane grater, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Artichokes Basted With Anchovy Butter falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Artichokes Basted With Anchovy Butter

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