Carciofi alla Giudia

Carciofi alla Giudia, or Jewish-style artichokes, hail from Rome’s historic Jewish quarter. Tender Romanesco buds are twice-fried until they bloom like golden flowers, crisp outside and silky within.

Serves 4 · 30 min prep · 25 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 9g fiber

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Ingredients

• 8 small Romanesco artichokesProduce
• as needed neutral oil for deep fryingPantry
• 1 lemonProduce
• to taste saltSpices

Instructions

1. 1Trim artichokes hard; keep in lemon water.
2. 2Dry thoroughly. Fry once at moderate heat to cook through.
3. 3Fry again hotter to blossom and crisp.
4. 4Salt immediately. Serve as Roman Jewish antipasto gold.