How to Make the Perfect Artichoke

Many artichoke recipes are boring, but this one has a kick.

Difficulty:

Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 4 artichokes
• 1 tsp. of dried chili flakes
• Half a lemon
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. pepper
• Dipping Sauce
• 1/4 cup mayo
• 1 tsp. tabasco smoky sauce

1. Cut the bottom of the artichoke off and leave about half an inch of the stem remaining

2. Place the artichole in a pan and fill with water until it is about 1/3 the way up the artichoke, then remove artichokes from the pan

3. Add dried chili flakes, salt pepper, garlic, and squeeze lemon into the water, and stir

4. Add artichokes back into the perfumed water

5. Allow water to come to a boil and turn down to a simmer for 1 hour

6. After one hour check artichokes by placing a sharp steak knife down the center of the artichoke, it should slide in and out easily.

7. 

   Combine mayo and tabasco for the sauce

Tips & Warnings

• Don't leave unattentained

• Check water to make sure it does not go down too low