Description
Baked artichoke hearts invite culinary adventurers into Mediterranean comfort. Herb-infused golden edges and creamy centers promise Mediterranean simplicity with maximum flavor satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) or 1 jar (1216 oz) artichoke hearts (drained, patted dry, and halved if large)
- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (Panko for extra crispiness or regular breadcrumbs)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color and a mild smoky flavor)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), positioning the rack in the center for consistent heat circulation.
- Artichoke Treatment: Pat artichoke hearts completely dry using kitchen towels, removing all excess moisture to ensure crisp roasting and prevent steaming.
- Seasoning Technique: In a large mixing bowl, coat artichoke hearts with extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, minced garlic, and optional herbs like thyme or rosemary, tossing gently to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Roasting Arrangement: Spread seasoned artichoke hearts in a single, spacious layer on a rimmed baking sheet, ensuring minimal overlap to promote caramelization and achieve crispy, golden edges.
- Culinary Transformation: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the baking sheet midway through cooking to guarantee uniform browning and developing a rich, intensified flavor profile with slightly crisp exterior and tender interior.
Notes
- Control Moisture Carefully: Pat artichoke hearts completely dry to prevent steaming and ensure crispy, caramelized exterior during roasting.
- Optimize Spacing Strategy: Spread artichoke hearts in a single layer with ample room between pieces, allowing heat to circulate and promote even browning without trapping moisture.
- Enhance Flavor Infusion: Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and consider adding herbs like thyme, rosemary, or garlic powder to elevate the artichoke’s natural taste profile.
- Watch Roasting Precision: Check artichoke hearts frequently during the last 5 minutes of cooking to prevent burning, aiming for a golden-brown color and slightly crispy edges that signal perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg