Roman-Jewish Fried Artichokes (Carciofi alla Giudia) Recipe

Name: Roman-Jewish Fried Artichokes (Carciofi alla Giudia) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 3 lemons, divided; 3 pounds artichokes (about 24 baby artichokes or 6 large artichokes); 1 to 2 quarts of Extra-virgin olive oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil, for frying; Kosher salt

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

Deep-fried artichokes may be one of the best examples of the Roman-Jewish mastery of deep frying techniques. Shatteringly crisp outside, tender within, and as pop-able as potato chips, this is the way we all should usher in spring.

Updated at: Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:58:29 GMT