Gemista Agginares Me Saltsa Lemoniou (greek Style Stuffed Artichokes With Lemon Sauce)
Gemista Agginares me Saltsa Lemoniou, or Greek Style Stuffed Artichokes with Lemon Sauce, is a traditional dish from the Ionian Islands that combines the freshness of artichokes with a flavorful lemon sauce. This dish is perfect for a light and refreshing meal, and it's a great way to enjoy the unique flavors of Greek cuisine.
Ingredients
- 4 large artichokes
- 1 cup rice
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 1/4 cup currants
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the artichokes by cutting off the stems and removing the tough outer leaves. Scoop out the choke and any prickly inner leaves.
- In a bowl, combine the rice, onion, dill, pine nuts, currants, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stuff the rice mixture into the cavity of each artichoke.
- Place the stuffed artichokes in a pot and pour the vegetable broth over them. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the artichokes are tender.
- While the artichokes are cooking, prepare the lemon sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens. Stir in the chopped parsley.
- Once the artichokes are cooked, serve them with the lemon sauce drizzled on top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Pot Saucepan
Tools
Knife Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Gemista Agginares me Saltsa Lemoniou with a side of Greek salad and crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
To make the artichokes easier to eat, trim the sharp tips of the leaves before cooking.
Cost
$15