Instant Pot Artichokes With Spicy Aioli Recipes

INSTANT POT STEAMED ARTICHOKES WITH AIOLI

Steps:

• Trim the outer layer of the artichoke by peeling off the first layer of leaves. Cut the tip and stem. Rub the tips with a little bit of fresh lemon juice. This is optional, but it keeps the artichokes from browning.
• Place artichokes upside down on the wire trivet of the instant pot. The wire trivet or steam basket should have come with your instant pot. Note - Video in post shows steaming artichokes stem side down. I used this method for cooking small artichokes in a smaller instant pot.
• Pour water or broth over the artichokes and around the instant pot. Add optional aromatics (i.e pinch of dried herbs, etc.) This will give the artichokes more flavor when steaming.
• Cover and lock the lid by sealing the vent closed. Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes (small artichoke) or 13-15 minutes for medium artichokes (see notes for other sizes).
• When the cooking cycle is finished, use the Quick Release method by turning the vent to steam release. This will help to reduce pressure and overcooking. Once it's done, the lid will unlock, naturally.
• Remove artichokes from the instant pot. Check to see if the artichokes are fully cooked by inserting a knife down the middle. It should slide into the bottom easily.
• Once they've finished cooking and are cool enough to handle, place on a large plate or bowl. Season to taste.
• Pull the leaves off and serve with aioli (below) or dip of choice or split in half for easy access to the heart.
• Whisk together all ingredients and let chill for 30 minutes before serving.
• For homemade aioli, see this recipe this recipe.

INSTANT POT® STEAMED ARTICHOKES

Steps:

• Combine water, garlic, bay leaf, and salt inside a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Place steamer in the pot. Add artichokes, trimmed top facing up; drizzle with lemon juice. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
• Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove lid.
• Cool until easily handled. Pull off outer petals one at a time. Pull through teeth to remove the soft portion of the petal. Discard remaining petal. Spoon out fuzzy center near the stem and discard. Eat the bottom whole or cut into pieces.