Description
Carciofi alla Romana is a classic Roman dish featuring tender artichokes cooked with herbs and olive oil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large artichokes
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Trim the artichokes by removing tough outer leaves and cutting the tops.
- Rub the artichokes with lemon juice to prevent browning.
- In a bowl, mix garlic, parsley, mint, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the herb mixture between the artichoke leaves.
- Heat olive oil in a deep pan and place the artichokes upside down.
- Add water, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until tender.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use fresh artichokes for best results.
- Adjust herbs to your taste.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 artichoke
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Roman artichokes, Italian recipe, vegetarian side dish