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artichokes in steamer basket

How to Steam Artichokes

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Artichokes are undeniably one of the more intimidating vegetables to cook and eat. Just follow this guide on how to easily steam artichokes.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients 

  • 2-4 artichokes depending on size

Instructions

  • Bring a couple of inches of water to boil in a pot.
  • Place the artichokes in a steamer basket and put the basket into the pot of boiling water. Cover the pot, and lower the heat to medium. Steam for 25-45 minutes.
  • Remove them from the heat when the artichokes are tender when poked with a fork. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Start checking for doneness at approximately 25 minutes. However, the cooking time may be as long as 45-50 minutes depending on the size of the artichokes.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcal · Carbohydrates: 13g · Protein: 4g · Fat: 1g · Saturated Fat: 1g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g · Monounsaturated Fat: 1g · Sodium: 120mg · Potassium: 474mg · Fiber: 7g · Sugar: 1g · Vitamin A: 17IU · Vitamin C: 15mg · Calcium: 56mg · Iron: 2mg
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