Air Fried Artichoke

About This Recipe: I just whipped up an amazing air-fried artichoke using one straight from my garden. It’s simple: just steam it, brush it with a mix of olive oil, garlic, and lemon zest, and air fry until golden. It’s my little slice of garden heaven on a plate.

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About This Recipe:

I just whipped up an amazing air-fried artichoke using one straight from my garden. It’s simple: just steam it, brush it with a mix of olive oil, garlic, and lemon zest, and air fry until golden. It’s my little slice of garden heaven on a plate.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large artichoke
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, grated
  • Zest of half a lemon
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Mayonnaise, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cut the artichoke in half through the stem.
  2. Steam the halves until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, grated garlic clove, and lemon zest. Add a pinch of sea salt.
  4. Brush the olive oil mixture over the steamed artichoke halves.
  5. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) until golden, placing them face side up, for about 5-10 minutes.
  6. Serve with mayonnaise and a discard bowl for the leaves. Add more sea salt to taste if needed.

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