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Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli

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Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli

Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli - Equally good choice as a light snack or appetizer

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Health Score:
90 / 100
Difficulty:
moderate
Difficulty
Preparation:
1 hr
Preparation
Calories:
194
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

The bitter substance cynarin is not only responsible for the tart taste of the artichoke, it also strengthens the bile and liver function. The high fibre content of the ends of the leaves and the artichoke base makes the digestion function well.

If you pay attention to calories, you can replace the sauce cream with sour cream. This saves 7 grams of fat per portion.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie194 cal.(9 %)
Protein5 g(5 %)
Fat15 g(13 %)
Carbohydrates7 g(5 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage10.5 g(35 %)
Vitamin A0.2 mg(25 %)
Vitamin D0.2 μg(1 %)
Vitamin E1 mg(8 %)
Vitamin K4.7 μg(8 %)
Vitamin B₁0.1 mg(10 %)
Vitamin B₂0.1 mg(9 %)
Niacin2.2 mg(18 %)
Vitamin B₆0.1 mg(7 %)
Folate77 μg(26 %)
Pantothenic acid0.6 mg(10 %)
Biotin7.4 μg(16 %)
Vitamin B₁₂0.2 μg(7 %)
Vitamin C10 mg(11 %)
Potassium420 mg(11 %)
Calcium142 mg(14 %)
Magnesium39 mg(13 %)
Iron2.5 mg(17 %)
Iodine12 μg(6 %)
Zinc0.3 mg(4 %)
Saturated fatty acids8.7 g
Uric acid108 mg
Cholesterol39 mg
Complete sugar11 g
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Ingredients

for
4
Ingredients
2 lemons
4 large Artichoke
salt
2 garlic cloves
1 Lime
7 ozs Sour cream
2 Tbsps reduced-fat Mayonnaise
peppers
3 sprigs Basil
How healthy are the main ingredients?
Sour creamMayonnaiseBasillemonArtichokesalt
Preparation

Kitchen utensils

1 Pot, 1 Small bowl, 1 Plate, 1 Cutting board, 1 Large knife, 1 Small knife, 1 Tablespoon, 1 Wooden spoon, 1 Kitchen twine

Preparation steps

1.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 1

Rinse lemons in hot water and wipe dry.  Cut 1 lemon into slices. Cut the other lemon in half.

2.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 2

Trim stem ends of artichokes. Working from base of each flower to trimmed end of stem, peel tough, stringy flesh from the stems of artichokes. 

3.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 3

Rinse artichokes and drain. Cut straight across the upper thirds of the flower heads with a large sharp knife. Cut off remaining leaf tips with scissors.

4.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 4

Remove the tough outer leaves. Rub areas between leaves with the halved lemon.

5.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 5

Turn artichokes bottom side up and put 1 lemon slice on the bottom of each artichoke. Tie lemon slices to artichokes with kitchen twine.

6.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 6

Cook artichokes covered in a wide saucepan of boiling salted water for 30-40 minutes over medium heat.

7.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 7

Meanwhile, peel garlic, chop finely and sprinkle on a cutting board with a little salt. Draw the side of a knife over the garlic and salt to crush, then grind with a small knife to a fine paste.

8.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 8

Cut lime in half and squeeze juice. Mix sour cream and garlic with the mayonnaise to make an aioli. Season the aioli with salt, pepper and lime juice.

9.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 9

Rinse basil, shake dry and remove leaves from stems. Cut leaves into very thin strips and stir into the aioli.

10.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 10

Test artichokes by pulling off 2-3 outer leaves. If leaves can be easily removed and a knife easily pierces the bottom, the artichokes are tender.

11.
Steamed Artichokes with Citrus Aioli preparation step 11

Lift artichokes from the water and drain well. Remove kitchen twine and lemon slices and let cool, if necessary. Serve artichokes with aioli.

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