Do you really grow artichokes? I’ve never had one. Seems like lots of work for little reward.
You peel each "leaf" and dip it in melted butter. Then you peel off the "meat" with your teeth as you pass it through your mouth.
Delicious.
Some people dip it in mayo, but I'm a melted butter man...
It’s the oyster of vegetables, and well worth the fuss.
Cook in a veggy steamer over boiling water for about 30 minutes. When your knife can easily pierce the bottom or a leaf comes out easily it is done. Times vary. Don’t microwave.
Yes, you peel off a leaf or two or three, dip it in butter or mayo, and scrape the meat of with your teeth. When you’ve eaten those, cut the bottom off and scrape the “hair” off with a really sharp knife. That’s called the heart. Dip the heart and eat. Do not try to put any leaves down the sink disposal.
I’m a mayo person myself, but butter is fine, too, sweet unsalted.
The only bummer is they’re expensive, and it’s hard to find a nice plump one.
You've never expanded your taste buds......
I don’t actually grow artichokes. I run an ag service company in Castroville, Ca. I am responsible for the crop protection of some 6,000 acres of artichokes and some 8,000 acres of row crop vegetables. I also consult on 12,000 acres of rice and tomatoes in the Sacramento Valley. Anyhow I BBQ my artichokes. Cook them then marinate them overnight then put them on the grill. Can’t beat it.