Recipe: Oregano Braised Artichokes

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Ingredients

  • 2 large globe artichokes
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1 bunch fresh oregano
  • 1 tbl salt
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1

Add 3 cups water, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1 tbl salt, and some black pepper in a pot.

Step 2

Use a knife to cut off the stem and the top (about 1 inch half) of the artichokes.
Put the artichokes and the stem in the pot, drench with the vinegar mixture.
Remove the artichokes and the stem. Use a sharp knife to cut off the green parts o the stem.

Step 3

Peel 2 cloves fresh garlic.
Use a knife to make room in the centre of the artichokes. Stick the garlic into the centre of the artichokes.

Step 4

Place 1 bunch fresh oregano, or 2 tbl dried (or any other herb combo you like),
the artichokes and it stems in the pot. Bring it to a simmer.
Lay some vinegar mixture in the centre of the artichokes.
Simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, basting occasionally with cooking liquid.

Step 5

After that, flip the artichokes over. Use a knife to insert the bottom of the artichokes. if the knife goes in easily,
It means the artichokes are done. Turn off the heat, cover and let cool, cut-side down in remaining liquid.