Ingredients
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- 400g (14 oz) frozen artichokes (high quality)
- Quality olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tomato, peeled and diced (optional)
- 1 small bunch fresh basil, chopped
- Salt, pepper
This recipe is very simple - its success really depends on the quality of your artichokes. They must be tender and not stringy.
- Thaw the artichokes in the fridge. To make thin slices, your artichokes should still be cold but tender enough to slice easily.
- In a small bowl, squeeze the lemon juice, add salt, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with chopped basil.
- If you’re making this starter ahead of time, don’t forget to drizzle with olive oil just before serving, as the artichokes will have absorbed it.
This starter is enjoyed warm or cold, with good pita (or toasted bread!).