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Citrus Brut Artichokes

Citrus Brut Artichokes are fresh globe artichokes that are steamed to perfection in a bath of fresh orange juice and brut sparkling wine, then finished off on the grill. These lovely appetizers are served with a quick and easy citrus brut aioli dipping sauce. Fresh artichokes have never been so easy and delicious!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings

Equipment

Ingredients

Artichokes:

  • 4 globe artichokes fresh
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup Chandon Brut
  • 1 Cuties mandarin orange halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin

Aioli:

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • zest from one Cuties mandarin orange
  • 1 tsp Chandon Brut
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme

Instructions

  • Trim artichokes. To do this, use a serrated edge knife to cut off the very top portion. Use kitchen scissors to cut the tips off of each leaf to remove the thorn. Cut the bottom of the stem off (much like you would a flower). Then, use the serrated edge knife to cut the artichoke in half, lengthwise. Use a small pairing knife to cut the choke (the small hairs) out of the center. Optional but recommended: leave 2-3 inches of the stem in tact, but remove the outer fibrous section. What's left in the center is an extension of the heart (ie the best part)!
  • Add water, 1/2 cup Chandon Brut, and halved Cutie with juice squeezed to the cooking pot of an electric pressure cooker. Add the rack and place the trimmed artichoke halves on top of the rack. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 6 minutes (slightly firm) or 8 minutes (very soft), depending on how you prefer your artichokes to be cooked. Quick release the pressure when done cooking and transfer to a cutting board or plate.
  • Alternatively, if you do not have a pressure cooker, you can cook them in a covered pot on the cooktop for 15-30 minutes. They are done when a leave easily pulls away from the artichoke.
  • To grill, cover the cut ends of the artichokes with the olive oil. Place cut side down on an extremely hot griddle for about 2 minutes.
  • To make the aioli, combine the mayonnaise, Cutie zest, teaspoon of Chandon Brut, salt and fresh thyme in small bowl. Stir well to combine.
  • Serve warm or cold and enjoy with a chilled glass of Chandon Brut sparkling wine!

Nutrition

Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 3g | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.8mg