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Fried Artichokes With Fior di Latte
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Fried Artichokes With Fior di Latte

Crispy golden-fried artichokes are paired with creamy Fior di Latte and a bright gremolata in this flavourful dish. The artichokes are twice fried for perfect texture, then topped with torn Fior di Latte and finished with a gremolata made from parsley, garlic, and orange zest. This dish offers bold flavour and elegant presentation, making it a standout choice as a shareable starter or a refined side for seasonal menus and elevated casual dining.

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Ingredients

  • Artichokes :

    • 1 lemon, cut in half
    • 6 large artichokes
    • 2 L vegetable oil, for frying
    • Kosher salt
       

  • Gremolata:

    • 1 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped
    • 2 fat cloves of garlic, microplaned
    • Zest of 2 oranges
    • ½ tsp kosher salt
    • ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
    • 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • Assembly:

    • Fried artichokes
    • Fior di Latte
    • Gremolata

Directions

  1. For the Artichokes:
  2. Prepare a large bowl, big enough to hold the cleaned artichokes, and fill it halfway with cold water. Squeeze the lemon into the water and add the lemon halves.
  3. Add the oil to a large Dutch oven and heat to 275°F. Rinse the artichokes thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit on the outside.
  4. Using a sharp knife, trim the stem so about an inch to an inch and a half remains.
  5. Using a peeler or a small knife, peel the stem to expose the tender yellow center.
  6. Using a serrated knife, cut the spiky leaves off the top of the artichoke.
  7. Using a paring knife, trim away the outer leaves until reaching the softer, yellow leaves. Continue trimming the artichoke around the base until all that remains is softer, yellow flesh. 
  8. Cut the artichoke in half and scoop out the fuzzy choke. Drop the artichoke halves into the lemon water and continue cleaning the remaining artichokes.
  9. Strain the artichokes on a kitchen towel and pat dry.
  10. Drop the artichokes into the oil and fry for about 10 minutes until they are easily pierced with a paring knife.
  11. Strain the artichokes on a plate lined with paper towels.
  12. Heat the oil to 350°F. When the oil is ready, fry the artichokes for a second time, about 4 more minutes, until golden brown. Strain the artichokes on a plate lined with fresh paper towels and season immediately with kosher salt.

  13. For the Gremolata:
  14. Add the parsley, garlic, orange zest, salt, pepper, and olive oil to a medium bowl and mix everything together.

  15. For Assembly:
  16. Lay the fried artichokes out on a large serving platter.
  17. Tear pieces of Fior di Latte and place all over the artichokes.
  18. Spoon gremolata over top and serve.

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Fior di Latte Cheese

Fior di Latte

Fresh, rich, and with a creamy texture, our Fior di Latte cheese is made with cow's milk.

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