Description
Crispy parmesan artichoke hearts offer a delightful Mediterranean-inspired appetizer that elevates simple ingredients into a crave-worthy snack. Perfectly seasoned and baked to golden perfection, these artichoke hearts deliver a delicious crunch you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 14 ounces (397 grams) artichoke hearts, quartered
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup (40 grams) parmesan cheese, finely grated
- ⅓ cup (30 grams) panko breadcrumbs
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) herb lemon aioli sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to a high temperature and creating a non-stick surface with parchment paper or cooking spray.
- Liberate artichoke hearts from excess liquid and massage with olive oil, ensuring complete and uniform coating.
- Craft a crispy exterior mixture by blending dry seasonings – garlic powder, parmesan, panko breadcrumbs, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper – in a mixing container.
- Transform each artichoke heart into a crispy morsel by first bathing it thoroughly in whisked eggs, then generously rolling through the seasoned breadcrumb blend.
- Carefully position the breaded artichoke hearts onto the prepared baking surface, maintaining slight separation between pieces.
- Roast in the heated oven, allowing the exterior to transform into a golden, crunchy armor through strategic mid-cooking rotation.
- Once achieving a perfect crisp texture with rich golden-brown coloration, remove from oven and immediately transfer to serving plate.
- Enhance the culinary experience by presenting alongside a zesty herb-infused lemon aioli, providing a complementary dipping sauce that elevates the artichoke’s delicate flavor profile.
Notes
- Quick and easy appetizer or side dish that transforms simple artichoke hearts into a crunchy, cheesy delight.
- Perfectly crispy exterior comes from the golden panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese coating.
- Versatile recipe works great as a party snack, game day treat, or elegant side dish for various meals.
- Prep time is minimal, with just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for last-minute entertaining.
- Gluten-free option available by substituting panko with gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour.
- Herb lemon aioli adds a zesty, creamy complement that elevates the crispy artichoke hearts to gourmet status.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg