Grilled Artichokes With Olive Oil, Lemon & Mint
- 2 lemons, halved
- 6 large artichokes
- 23 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 13 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
- Squeeze juice from halved lemons into large bowl filled with cold water.
- Cut stem off 1 artichoke, leaving about 1 inch.
- Snap off outer 2 rows of leaves.
- Using small knife, cut our choke and prickly small leaves.
- Place artichoke in lemon water.
- Repeat with remaining artichokes.
- Bring large pot of salted water to boil.
- Drain artichokes from lemon water, add to pot and boil until crisp-tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain.
- Transfer artichokes to rack & cool.
- (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
- Cover & refrigerate).
- Prepare barbecue grill to medium high heat.
- Whisk oil, 1/3 cup lemon juice, and mint in small bowl.
- Season dressing to taste with salt & pepper.
- Brush artichokes with dressing.
- Grill until tender and lightly charred in spots, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes.
- Transfer artichokes to platter.
- Drizzle with some of the remaining dressing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
lemons, artichokes, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, mint
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/grilled-artichokes-with-olive-oil-lemon-mint-124539 (may not work)