Fried Baby Artichokes

Yield: 6 servings.
Preparation is easy

Ingredients

• 12 baby artichokes
• olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• salt and pepper
• mint and parsley

Directions

1. Take the tough outer leaves and the stems off the artichokes. Cut off any sharp tops of the remaining leaves and soak each one in lemon water when done.
2. When you’re ready to cook the artichokes, remove them from the water and press down on each one to loosen the leaves.
3. Fill a large pan with enough olive oil to float the artichokes. Heat to a very high heat, until it smokes. Fry the artichokes in one batch if possible, until brown and crispy.
4. Remove them from the oil and coat lightly in olive oil. Sprinkle in the garlic, salt, pepper and herbs. Serve immediately.