Italian Stuffed Artichokes Recipe (Sicilian Style)
If you’re craving a taste of Italy, this Italian Stuffed Artichokes Recipe (Sicilian Style) is your answer! These tender artichokes are filled with a delightful mixture of breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano cheese, aromatic garlic, and fresh parsley. Perfect as an appetizer or a side dish, these artichokes bring the heart and warmth of Sicilian kitchens right to your table. Enjoy the rich flavors and inviting aromas that make this dish a family favorite for both casual dinners and special occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large artichokes
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs (preferably plain Italian-style)
- 1.5 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the artichokes by trimming stems and removing tough leaves. Cut off the top third to create space for stuffing.
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Drizzle in olive oil until mixture is slightly moist.
- Stuff the breadcrumb mixture between the leaves of each artichoke, packing it in well.
- Place stuffed artichokes in a pot with water reaching halfway up their sides. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 50-60 minutes until tender.
- Let cool slightly before serving with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed artichoke (about 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg