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I grew up in artichoke country + plants in backyard, etc Until recently I have soaked them raw in salt water, to encourage any critters to exit, used kitchen shears to cut off barb on each leaf, boiled them in salted water, serve with mayo or aioli.
In modern times, I simply rinse them and boil in fresh water. Like last night
Trimmed with aioli
I grew up in artichoke country + plants in backyard, etc Until recently I have soaked them raw in salt water, to encourage any critters to exit, used kitchen shears to cut off barb on each leaf, boiled them in salted water, serve with mayo or aioli.
In modern times, I simply rinse them and boil in fresh water. Like last night
This is the most basic.
