How to Make Artichokes in Olive Oil?

Artichoke is one of the most valued vegetables in Mediterranean cuisine. Known as a source of healing since ancient times, artichoke also holds a special place among "olive oil dishes" in Ottoman cuisine. Especially a staple of Aegean tables , olive oil-based artichoke is indispensable in spring and summer months due to its light and nutritious nature.

Ingredients (for 6 people)

• 6 cleaned artichokes
  

• 1 dry onion (finely chopped)
  

• 1 carrot (diced)
  

• 1 potato (diced)
  

• 1 cup of peas
  

• 1 tea glass of Delice Farm House extra virgin olive oil
  

• Juice of half a lemon
  

• 1 teaspoon of powdered sugar
  

• 1 teaspoon of salt
  

• 1.5 cups of hot water
  

• Dill for garnish
  

How to do it?

1. Dice the carrots and potatoes into cubes.
   

2. Sauté the onions lightly in olive oil.
   

3. Add the carrots, potatoes, and peas and stir for a few minutes.
   

4. Place the artichokes in the pot.
   

5. Add lemon juice, sugar, salt, and hot water.
   

6. Cook the artichokes over low heat until they are tender.
   

7. Once it has cooled to room temperature, sprinkle with dill and serve.

Benefits

• Being rich in fiber and antioxidants, it supports the digestive system and helps cleanse the body.
  

• Its vitamin C and potassium content strengthens the immune system, offering a protective effect, especially during seasonal changes.
  

• Its light texture contributes to a balanced diet, making it an ideal option, especially for those who embrace a healthy lifestyle.
  

• Thanks to its cholesterol-friendly composition, it supports heart health and contributes to a healthy long-term diet.
  

• Its natural minerals provide energy, helping you stay refreshed throughout the day.

Table Setting Suggestions

• You can add a touch of color to your table by serving it with toasted whole-grain bread, lemon slices, and fresh herbs.
  

• Serving it chilled enhances the refreshing feeling, making it an ideal starter, especially for summer meals.
  

• You can choose this as a light and elegant opening dish for special occasions, and make a difference with its stylish presentation.
  

• You can enrich your meal by adding small portions of various types of olives, hummus, or yogurt-based appetizers alongside it.
  

• Sprinkling dill or parsley leaves drizzled with olive oil over the plates during serving adds both visual appeal and aroma.
  

• You can reflect Delice Farm House's philosophy of nature by decorating your table with linen tablecloths, wicker placemats, and pomegranate seeds .
  Cultural Connection

• Vegetable dishes are an indispensable part of Anatolian cuisine.
  

• These recipes are more than just a meal; they are part of shared memories with family and friends.
  

• For Delice Farm House, every dish is a journey from traditional roots to modern dining tables.

We trace the path of naturalness in every recipe. In this journey from field to table, we prioritize both health and the warmth of the meal with seasonal vegetables and carefully selected ingredients.