Steamed Artichokes with Two Dipping Sauces

Name: Steamed Artichokes with Two Dipping Sauces
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 lemon; 4 globe artichokes (12 ounces each); 3/4 cup plain Greek-style yogurt (2 percent); 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh tarragon; 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh flat-leaf parsley; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; (makes 1 cup); 2 garlic cloves; 1 large egg yolk; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco; Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper; (makes 1 cup)

January 26, 2012

Steamed artichokes are often served with melted butter and other sauces that are high in fat and have little nutritional value. The dips here use healthier ingredients and integrate spices and herbs for bold flavor.

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