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[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Box descrizione” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Fried artichokes with Grana Padano mayo and mint<\/strong>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Box descrizione” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The first time I tried artichokes fried this way I was struck by them. These crispy flowers are so delicious that they make you love artichokes, even if you hated them up until then. Furthermore, once you make them yourself, you realise how easy this recipe is, if you know the right tricks!!
\n\u2018Carciofi alla Giudia\u2019 translate as Jewish style artichokes, as it is in fact a Roman-Jewish dish made out of Romanesco artichokes, fried twice following a specific technique that make the thistles open like beautiful flowers and become deliciously crispy.
\nMy humble addition is a lemony homemade mayonnaise flavoured with Grana Padano cheese and fresh mint leaves for extra luxuriousness and a better mouthfeel.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”ingredient_sec” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-6px|||||” custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,3_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”90%” custom_margin=”-19px|auto||auto||” custom_padding=”6px||0px|||” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Ingredienti – titolo” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|700|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nIngredients<\/h2>\n
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600 ml of vegetable oil for frying
4 large mammole artichokes
1 lemon
1 bunch of fresh mint
Finely grated Grana Padano to sprinkle
Salt and pepper to taste<\/h4>\nFor the Grana Padano mayo:<\/strong>
2 eggs
50 ml olive oil
300 ml vegetable oil
1 tsp of mustard
\u00bd lemon, juice
20 ml of white wine vinegar
70\/80 gr of finely grated Grana Padano cheese
Salt and pepper to taste<\/h4>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Preparazione” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||-2px|||” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Preparation<\/h1>\n
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STEP 1<\/p>\n
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To start, prepare the mayo.<\/strong>
Place the whole eggs with all the ingredients in a jug, except the oil and the Grana Padano. Start to blend from bottom to top then add the veg oil gradually as you blend. Do not over-worry about this step, the chances of splitting the mayo with the hand blender technic are really low.
At this stage, add the finely grated Grana Padano cheese and mix. Season to taste and keep in the fridge.<\/h4>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step button” module_class=”recipe_single_button” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Merriweather||on||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”26px” background_color=”gcid-26f0371c-74dd-4e63-bbf8-f8ec94f09a6d” transform_scale=”90%|90%” text_orientation=”center” width=”15%” width_tablet=”24%” width_phone=”25%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||20px|-10px|false|false” custom_padding=”15px|20px|15px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|50px|50px|50px|50px” border_style_all=”none” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-26f0371c-74dd-4e63-bbf8-f8ec94f09a6d%22:%91%22background_color%22,%22background_color%22,%22background_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n
STEP 2<\/p>\n
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Now the artichokes.<\/strong>
Trim the stalk leaving about 3 cm intact. Remove the outer leaves until you find paler and tender leaves. Now with a paring knife, trim the side of the chokes where you removed the leaves and peel the part of the stalk still attached to smoothened it out.
With a paring knife, trim the top of the artichokes at a 45 degrees angle, leaving the inner part with taller leaves. At this stage the artichokes should look like roses.
Loosen the still intact artichokes leaves by pressing the artichokes on the board and brush with lemon to prevent them from discolouring.
Now, if you are planning on making lots of artichokes, you can soak them in cold water with lemon juice until you are ready, but make sure to dry them well before frying.<\/h4>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Step button” module_class=”recipe_single_button” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Merriweather||on||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”26px” background_color=”gcid-26f0371c-74dd-4e63-bbf8-f8ec94f09a6d” transform_scale=”90%|90%” text_orientation=”center” width=”15%” width_tablet=”24%” width_phone=”25%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_margin=”0px||20px|-10px|false|false” custom_padding=”15px|20px|15px|20px|false|false” border_radii=”on|50px|50px|50px|50px” border_style_all=”none” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-26f0371c-74dd-4e63-bbf8-f8ec94f09a6d%22:%91%22background_color%22,%22background_color%22,%22background_color%22,%22background_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n
STEP 3<\/p>\n
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The first cooking is the easiest, simply fry the artichokes at about 140 \u00b0C for about 8\/10 minutes. They will be golden, and they should start to open a little. Turn them every now and then and pat dry on paper to remove any excess oil.
\nWhen cold, gently open the heart of the choke to make sure every leaf has crisped up correctly.
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STEP 4<\/p>\n
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Now bring the oil to 180 and fry one artichoke at a time, keeping it pressed down in the pan, to create the classical Carciofi alla Giudia shape (should resemble an open flower). When golden brown and crispy, drain on kitchen paper and season with salt.<\/h4>\n
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Serve straight away with the Grana Padano mayo, a few leaves of fresh mint and a good sprinkle of grated Grana Padano.<\/h4>\n
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Chef’s tip<\/h3>\n
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The secret of this recipe is to pick the right artichokes. The best variety are called Mammole, large in size and with tender leaves so not too much waste is produced. A very important step is also to let the artichokes cool between the two cooking stages and open them up gently with your hands. Lastly, my mayo is always made with pasteurised eggs that I pre-cook in a water bath at 64 \u00b0C for 45 minutes. It is not essential but will make your mayo last for weeks in the fridge.<\/h4>\n
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