Grilled Artichokes with Lemon-Oregano Dipping Sauce
- 1 lemon, halved
- 2 globe artichokes
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped oregano
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- Fill a large bowl with water and squeeze in the lemon halves.
- Using a paring knife, trim the artichoke stems.
- Using a serrated knife, cut off the top thirds of the artichokes.
- Using scissors, cut off the tips from the remaining leaves to remove the thorns.
- Cut the artichokes in half lengthwise and scoop out the furry choke.
- Add the artichokes to the lemon water.
- Fill a large saucepan with 1 inch of water and bring to a boil.
- Add the artichokes cut sides down, cover and simmer over moderate heat until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer the artichokes to a plate and let cool.
- Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix the mayonnaise with the lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, parsley and oregano and season with salt and pepper.
- Rub the artichokes with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill them over moderately high heat, turning once, until charred in spots, about 6 minutes.
- Transfer to plates and serve with the dipping sauce.
lemon, artichokes, mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, flatleaf parsley, oregano, extravirgin olive oil, kosher salt
Taken from www.foodandwine.com/recipes/grilled-artichokes-with-lemon-oregano-dipping-sauce (may not work)