Fried Whole Artichokes

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   Choose only the smallest, most tender, of the young and green fresh artichokes.

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   Once they

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   have developed their purple choke inside they are no longer desirable.

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   Wash the artichokes carefully.

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   Trim the pointy ends of the leaves, cut off the top 1/4-inch and tear off and discard and blemished outer leaves.

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   Cut the artichokes in two and sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent blackening.

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   Mix the water, flour, salt and pepper together in a bowl until smooth.

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   Heat the olive oil in a saute pan over medium heat for 1 minute.

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   Dip the artichoke halves in the batter and fry, choke side down, for 2 to 3 minutes until crisp.

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    Turn the artichokes over and fry the outside leaves in the same way.

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    Serve hot with lemon wedges and freshly chopped parsley

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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