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California Grilled Artichokes

Steamed artichokes finished on the grill with olive oil and lemon, served with a garlicky aioli.

⏱ 15 minPrep time
🔥 30 minCook time
🍽 4Servings
🏷 AppetizerCategory
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Grilled artichokes are the California summer classic — whole artichokes steamed until tender, then charred on the grill and served with a lemony garlic aioli. Each leaf pulls off with a bite of smoky, nutty goodness.

Chef Emily presents California Grilled Artichokes

The smoky summer classic

Steamed artichokes charred on the grill, served with lemon-garlic aioli — grilled artichokes, California style.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. Trim the artichoke stems and tips. Rub the cut parts with lemon.
  2. Steam the artichokes with the lemon halves, smashed garlic, bay leaves, and salt for 30-35 minutes until a leaf pulls easily. Drain well.
  3. Whisk the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, zest, and 1/4 tsp salt into an aioli.
  4. Halve the artichokes and brush with olive oil. Grill over medium-high heat 3-4 minutes per side until charred.
  5. Serve warm with the aioli.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Trim the artichoke tips and steam until a leaf pulls easily before grilling. Serve with lemon wedges and plenty of aioli.

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Recipe details

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Servings4
CategoryAppetizer
PublishedAugust 16, 2026
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