Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives
Artichoke Hearts Steamed with OlivesĀ is a simple and delicious recipe. Tender artichoke hearts are quickly steamed with briny kalamata olives, capers, garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. The result is a flavorful side dish that is both healthy and enjoyable.
Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives
This is a fabulous side dish for frozen artichoke hearts – and it couldnāt be any easier! We took our momās original recipe and simplified it to cut the prep work down to a minimum, without sacrificing any of the flavor you love.
I posted this recipe a few years back and modified the recipe a little because every time I make this artichoke dish it gets better and better. So you may want to print a new one and discard the old one.
Perfect to serve as a side dish or as part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread, this easy recipe comes together in minutes while delivering bold, vibrant flavor in every bite.
Mom named this dish “Carciofi alla Judea,” which means Jewish artichokes. She claims this is how the Italians in Italy, mainly from Naples, have been making them for centuries.
The original recipe for making these artichokes is a lot easier. Our mom would normally prepare this dish using only fresh artichokes, cleaning each one herself, which was very time-consuming labor (to say the least).
But we prefer to make our lives a little easier these days when it comes to cooking, especially when we’re cooking for the family, a dinner party, or a holiday.
Instead, we decided to use frozen artichoke hearts… and skipped the entire cleaning step. (we love that!) š
Quick Recipe Notes
- Make Ahead! You can easily make this side dish a few hours ahead of time, and leave it covered in the skillet or pot on the stove top. Then reheat on low heat, transfer to a serving platter, and serve.
- Keep an Eye on Them: While steaming these artichokes, after a few minutes, open the lid, and shake or gently stir them. If they are sticking to the pan, pour in a small amount of water or vegetable broth to keep them from sticking to the bottom.
- Taste Before Serving: Always taste it before serving, and adjust the seasonings to your preference.
Ingredients Needed for Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives:
For our artichoke hearts steamed with olives recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
2 (12-ounce) packages of frozen Artichoke Hearts- slightly thawed
2 + 1/2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves – thinly sliced
5 organic kalamata olives (1/4 cup)- pits removed, chopped
1 Tbsp. organic non-pareille capers – rinsed
1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley – divided
1/4 tsp. salt
dash of cayenne pepper
fresh cracked pepper to taste
How to Make Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives?
This is one of the easiest side dishes you can make. Plus, our full recipe card is located at the bottom of this page. But here are quick instructions for you to review before you start.
1. For this recipe, simply combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
2. Next, pan-sear some garlic in olive oil in a skillet for 1 minute. Then add all the ingredients and cover, and allow them to slowly steam for about 15 minutes, on low heat.
3. Taste, and adjust the seasonings to your liking. The artichokes should be tender to the bite and flavorful. Then transfer to a platter and serve.
***This will infuse all the aromatic flavors of the garlic, kalamata olives, capers, and fresh parsley to seep into the artichokes, making them taste amazing!Ā
Storage and Leftovers
Store these artichoke hearts steamed in an air-tight container, and keep them chilled in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days. Also, the leftovers can be reheated in a skillet for a few minutes until they are warm, then served.
A Delicious Side Dish
Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives, Capers, and Garlic make a delicious side dish.
This tasty side dish will complement any roast, seafood, or poultry. The artichokes become so moist, tender, and flavorful!
This recipe for artichokes (aka alla Judea) always turns out so good; everyone will be surprised. Plus, they will make your kitchen smell wonderful, too! Your family will love this dish! Try it.
ENJOY!!
More Tasty Artichoke Recipes!
- Artichoke Heart Fritters
- Stuffed Artichokes
- Creamy Artichoke Soup
- Baked Peas and Artichoke Hearts
- Stuffed Artichoke Bottoms (Trader Joe’s)
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Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives Capers and Garlic
Artichoke Hearts Steamed with Olives is an easy recipe. These tender artichoke hearts are quickly steamed with briny kalamata olives, capers, garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. The result is a simple yet incredibly flavorful side dish thatās as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 ( 12-ounces) packages of frozen Artichokes Hearts- slightly thawed
- 2 + 1/2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves - thinly sliced
- 5 organic kalamata olives (1/4 cup)- pits removed, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. organic non-pareille capers - rinsed
- 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley - divided
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- dash of cayenne pepper
- fresh cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse briefly frozen artichokes and drain them in a colander for about 1 minute.
- Place artichokes, olives, capers, and half the chopped parsley into a large bowl and gently stir to blend and combine. Set aside.
- In a large deep skillet, heat olive oil on medium-low heat. Next, add the garlic and the remaining chopped parsley and saute both for 1 to 2 minutes. Place a cover for the pan nearby, to avoid splashing of oil.
- Add the artichoke mixture. Cover immediately. Gently shake the pan, then remove the cover to pan-sear the artichokes for about 1 minute, gently stirring.
- Then, cover again, and simmer on low heat to steam for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to burn artichokes on the bottom of the pan.
- Season with salt, a dash of cayenne pepper, and some fresh cracked pepper to taste. Transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with extra fresh parsley on top. Serve warm.
- Serves 6 to 8
Notes
Recipe Tips!
- Make Ahead! You can easily make this side dish a few hours ahead of time, and leave it covered in the skillet or pot on the stove top. Then reheat on low heat, transfer to a serving platter, and serve.
- Keep an Eye on Them: While steaming these artichokes, after a few minutes, open the lid, and shake or gently stir them. If they are sticking to the pan, pour in a small amount of water or vegetable broth to keep them from sticking to the bottom.
- Taste Before Serving: Always taste it before serving, and adjust the seasonings to your preference.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 to 8 servings Serving Size: 1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 85Total Fat: 5gCarbohydrates: 9.8gFiber: 4.8gSugar: .9gProtein: 3g
Stay Healthy … and Happy Cooking! š
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xo anna and liz
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Yum I bet the flavor is wonderful and love your time saving method! Back in the day, we all had more time to cook. With no social media, cell phones and internet, what did we do with all that extra time!?
Haha SO True!! Back in those days we didn't mind spending more time in the kitchen! For me, cooking is relaxing- most of the time – but for others it can be stressful…. And social media tends to consume us all day long… Cutting into our leasure time .. Have a great day Tricia!
Oops it posted before I finished – anyway thank you for the lovely comment!
Great idea Dawn! We have never thought of using artichokes with crab cakes in the mix- but we are inspired to try it now! We hope you'll enjoy our moms recipe- thanks again for stopping by…. xoxo
I absolutely love artichokes. I've never tried them with olives and capers but I can imagine they pair well with those salty/briny flavors. I've used artichokes in "crab cakes" and it came out so well. It was an amazingly similar texture to crab and when you use seafood seasonings, you'd never know! I can't wait to try them this way.
Hi Anna and Liz, we are big fans of artichokes, love how you prepared them here. I bet this would be wonderful with pasta too!
Hi Cheri! We've always made them the way our mother did, neverthought to throw some pasta with them- but it sounds really good! You have inspired us to try it with pasta! Super!
Thanks. Xo
delicious recipe! thanks to your mom for the inspiration.
I love finding new ways to prepare artichokes! This sounds so delicious to me! All of my favorite things.
Lovely, delicious healthy recipe and YES I will absolutely be using the frozen artichokes!Mary x