Grilled Artichokes with Sriracha Aioli

Steamed artichoke with spicy sriracha dip.

Grilled Artichokes with Sriracha Aioli

5 from 1 vote

This Steamed Grilled Artichokes with Sriracha Aioli recipe is a super easy appetizer that guests love! The slightly spicy, lemon and garlic aioli is the perfect complement to the sweet meatiness of the artichoke. It can be served either hot or cold, so it is a perfect easy make ahead appetizer. It is gluten-free, vegan, and always a crowd pleaser!

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Prep Time:5

Cook Time:20

Sriracha Aioli:5

Total Time:30

Course: Appetizer, Sauce, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: brunch ideas, gluten free appetizer, healthy easter brunch ideas, lemon garlic aioli, make ahead appetizer, sriracha aioli, vegan appetizer, vegetarian appetizer

Servings: people

Calories: 278kcal

Author: Mollie

Ingredients

2 Whole Artichokes

Sriracha Aioli

1 Cup Mayonnaise
½ Lemon, juiced (about 2 Tablespoons of juice)
2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
2 tablespoon Sriracha Hot Sauce

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water with steamer basket to a simmer.
Cut the bottom half inch of the stem off.
Pull off the very bottom outer layer of leaves. These are usually small and scraggly and don't offer any good bits.
With a large, sharp knife, cut the Artichoke in half, from the tip of the artichoke to the end of the stem. Or, if steaming whole, cut off the top ⅓ of the artichoke to create a flat surface.
Place the Artichoke cut side down in the steamer basket.
Place lid on the pot and let the artichoke steam for about 20 minutes, or until the leaves are tender and you can easily pierce the stem with a knife.
Turn off the heat and let the artichokes cool until they can be handled.
If you have steamed the artichoke in halves, use a spoon to gently scoop out the middle feathery parts. It should separate easily from the heart. (see photo above)
Preheat your grill to medium high heat.
Toss your artichokes in olive oil, or spray with olive or avocado oil.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Place artichokes cut side down on the grill and check periodically to make sure they aren't getting too charred. Move them to cooler spots on the grill if necessary.
After about 10 minutes they should be slightly charred and smoky and ready to eat!
Serve artichoke with Sriracha Aioli on the side for dipping.
Enjoy! ♥️

Notes

Notes:

Feel free to adjust the level of Sriracha. This recipe creates an aioli with a low-moderate level of spice. If you have guests who love spice, feel free to add a a bit more. For guests who have a more sensitive palate, add a little bit less.
If you are trying to keep it vegan, use a vegan mayo, otherwise, feel free to use any mayo you prefer!
Don't forget about the heart! Once the artichoke leaves have been eaten, carefully spoon the feathery hairs out from the center of the artichoke to expose the heart. Slice and enjoy!
When choosing an artichoke, look for a medium size that feels heavy for its size. Make sure the leaves are tightly closed and it doesn't look dry.
Enjoy!

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