The pan-fried artichokes with red onions are a perfect side dish for those looking for a quick and tasty meal without much effort.
This recipe, which highlights the genuine flavors of artichokes and seasonal onions, is ideal for accompanying any main dish.
Thanks to the direct pan cooking, the artichokes retain a crispy texture and intense flavor, while the red onions add a touch of sweetness and color.
Preparing this side dish is simple and requires few ingredients, perfect for those who have little time but do not want to give up the pleasure of a homemade and tasty dish.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Pan-fried Artichokes
- 6 artichokes
- 2 red Tropea onions
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Half glass white wine
- 1 lemon
- 2 pinches salt
- to taste chopped parsley
Steps
Clean the artichokes by removing the tougher outer leaves and part of the tough stem.
Cut off the tips and split them in half.
Remove the inner choke and if they are large, split them again in half to have artichoke wedges.
As you clean them, place them in a bowl with cold water acidulated with the juice of 1 lemon.
Peel the onions and slice them not too thin.
In a wide, high-sided pan that can also contain the artichokes, brown the onion with a little extra virgin olive oil.
It will take 3 or 4 minutes.
Remove the artichokes from the water, dry them quickly and add them to the pan with the onions.
Let them absorb flavors for a few minutes then deglaze with the white wine and let it evaporate over high heat.
Lower the heat, cover with a lid, and cook the artichokes in the pan for at least 15/20 minutes until they are tender.
Salt at the end of cooking and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
Pan-fried artichokes are also perfect at room temperature to enrich a buffet, maybe with some toasted bread.
How to store pan-fried artichokes
You can store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2 days.
If you prefer, you can also freeze them.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What can I substitute for the onion in the pan-fried artichokes?
You can substitute it with 2 whole and crushed garlic cloves.
Should the artichokes be boiled before pan-frying?
No, there is no need to boil them as they would lose some of their properties.
