Globe Artichokes
This artichoke is the edible flower bud of a thistle plant. Although globe artichokes are mostly known for their culinary applications, the plants also have bright purple flowers, making them perfect for decorative purposes.
Globe artichokes consist of compactly packed triangular, curved leaves. The outermost leaves are green and as the leaves get closer to the heart of the artichoke, they transform to pale yellow or purple.
When the artichokes are young and small, they can be eaten raw, in salads, but mature globe artichokes require cooking before consuming. The edible parts of a globe artichoke, the bracts (leaves), and the heart, have a soft texture and are nutty and slightly tangy in taste.
Globe artichokes are available throughout the year from our UK and import growers.
DGM Growers are able to offer Globe Artichokes 52 weeks of the year using both UK and imported crops.
Globe artichokes can be a challenge to prep if it’s your first time using them so here’s a step by step guide to help.
Thoroughly wash the artichokes in cold water.
Using a sharp knife, cut the stem off the artichokes. The stem is edible but is more bitter than the rest of the artichoke
Slice the top inch of the artichokes off and cut down any pointy tops left on the remaining leaves.
Rub lemon juice on the exposed cut sections in order to prevent discolouration.
Peel of the tougher outer layer of leaves.
Boil a saucepan of water and add in the artichokes. Cover with a lid if the artichokes aren’t completely submerged. Cook for 20-30 minutes.
Before removing from the saucepan, use a fork to test the tenderness. If the fork goes through the artichokes with ease, they are ready.
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