How to Preserve Artichokes in Oil

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Buy approximately 4.4 lbs.

   (2 kg) of small artichokes that are all about the same size.
   
   Choose artichokes that are heavy for their size and have closed leaves, which signify that they are fresh.
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   Step 2: Fill a large bowl with cold water

   , Pluck off the leaves of the artichokes, and then cut the artichoke tips off, removing the top third of each artichoke.
   
   Remove the choke, which are the hair-like fibers above the heart. , The lemon water will prevent the artichokes from turning brown after they are exposed to the air. ,, (28 g) of peppercorns and 2 tbsp. (28 g) of salt to the pot of vinegar and water and allow it to come to a boil. ,,, You will want to let them drain overnight to make sure that all the water and vinegar is drained from the artichokes. , Remove the jars after a few minutes and allow them to drain completely. ,,,, If they are not, you should refill the jar with oil to completely cover them.
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   Step 3: cut 4 or 5 lemons in half

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   Step 4: and squeeze most of the lemon halves into the bowl of water.

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   Step 5: Extract the hearts from the artichokes.

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   Step 6: Rub each artichoke heart with the cut side of a lemon half

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   Step 7: and then place it in the bowl of lemon water.

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   Step 8: Place a large pot containing 3 parts of water to 7 parts of vinegar on medium high heat.

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   Step 9: Add a few laurel leaves

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    Step 10: 2 tbsp.

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    Step 11: Drain the artichokes and then place them in the pot once the mixture has come to a boil.

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    Step 12: Cook the artichokes for only 5 minutes

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    Step 13: and then drain them and put them standing upside down on a dishcloth that is clean and dry.

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    Step 14: Cover the artichokes with another clean

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    Step 15: dry dishcloth and leave them to sit overnight.

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    Step 16: Boil a pot of water and vinegar the next morning

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    Step 17: and place a few empty jars inside of it to sterilize them.

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    Step 18: Put the artichoke hearts inside the sterilized jars once they have drained completely

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    Step 19: and then press down on the artichokes to remove all the air from the jar.

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    Step 20: Pour enough extra virgin olive oil into the jars to cover the artichokes completely.

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    Step 21: Place the lid on the jar and tighten it to preserve the artichokes.

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    Step 22: Check artichokes for the first few days to make sure they are completely covered in olive oil.

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