Artichokes Vinaigrette

Name: Artichokes Vinaigrette
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 4 large globe artichokes (12 to 14 ounces each); 1/4 cup kosher salt, plus more to taste; 2 medium shallots, finely chopped; 1/4 cup sherry vinegar; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Freshly ground black pepper

January 24, 2012

This is the sort of appetizer for a gathering of close family and friends. Picking the artichoke leaves with your fingers and sucking off their flesh encourages (requires?) intimacy. Because artichokes have a strong green flavor, they’re difficult to pair with wine, but a dry Alsatian white should work here.

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