Artichokes Caponata: Caponata di Carciofi Recipe

Name: Artichokes Caponata: Caponata di Carciofi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 artichokes; Lemon juice; 3 tablespoons plus 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 medium onion, cut into medium dice; 1 small carrot, peeled and chopped into rough 1/4-inch dice; 12 green olives pitted, preferably Sicilian variety; 1 tablespoon salt packed capers, rinsed and dried; 2 whole chiles; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 3 salt packed anchovy fillets, soaked in milk, rinsed, patted dry, chopped; 4 canned plum tomatoes, peeled and seeded; 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 4 heaping tablespoons granulated sugar

Servings: persons

8 artichokes
Lemon juice
3 tablespoons plus 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, cut into medium dice
1 small carrot, peeled and chopped into rough 1/4-inch dice
12 green olives pitted, preferably Sicilian variety
1 tablespoon salt packed capers, rinsed and dried
2 whole chiles
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 salt packed anchovy fillets, soaked in milk, rinsed, patted dry, chopped
4 canned plum tomatoes, peeled and seeded
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4 heaping tablespoons granulated sugar

1
Using a bread knife, carefully slice off the tips of the artichokes, remove all of the tough outer leaves, and using a paring knife peel the base.
2
Cut each artichoke into quarters and remove the choke, as well as any prickly tips that may have formed on the inner leaves.
3
Place in water with lemon juice.
4
Drain.
5
Cut each of these quarters into halves, to make wedges.
6
In a medium saucepan, heat 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, add onions, carrots, olives, capers, chiles, and drained artichokes.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
Toss to caramelize.
9
Add more olive oil, season, add tomato paste and let ingredients bubble rapidly.
10
Add anchovies.
11
During the last 5 minutes add tomatoes.
12
Add red wine vinegar and sugar and reduce 1 minute.
13
Serve hot or at room temperature with a salad

564

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 artichokes, Lemon juice, 3 tablespoons plus 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 medium onion, cut into medium dice, and more.

Yes, Artichokes Caponata: Caponata di Carciofi 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.

Artichokes Caponata: Caponata di Carciofi

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