Description
A delightful summer dish, this steamed artichoke is served with a fragrant red curry aioli, offering a perfect balance of rustic and spicy flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large artichoke, trimmed and stem removed
- 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, divided
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1-2 tablespoons red curry paste, to taste
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with a couple of inches of water. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 whole garlic cloves to the water.
- Place a steaming basket in the pot and add the artichoke to the steaming basket. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and steam the artichoke for about 30-40 minutes, or until the leaves can be easily pulled off.
- While the artichoke is steaming, prepare the red curry aioli. In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until well combined.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking until the mixture is emulsified and thickened.
- Stir in the red curry paste, adjusting the amount to taste. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Once the artichoke is done, remove it from the steaming basket and let it cool slightly.
- Serve the artichoke with the red curry aioli on the side for dipping. Enjoy by pulling off the leaves, dipping them in the aioli, and scraping off the tender flesh with your teeth. Once the leaves are gone, cut up the heart and enjoy it with the remaining aioli.
Notes
For best results, use fresh artichokes and good quality olive oil. The aioli contains raw egg, so consider using pasteurized egg yolk to reduce the risk of salmonella. Store any leftover aioli in the refrigerator and consume within a day. Adjust the amount of red curry paste to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 30