How to Cook Artichoke - Cooking Times
Compare cooking times and preparation for Artichoke. Times vary with portion size, cut and heating conditions; check the tips for each method below.
Flower Vegetables
Season: Spring
Preparation
Remove tough outer leaves and cut off the top third. Soak in lemon water to prevent browning
Cooking Times by Method
Boil
Boil25-35 min
From boiling water
Boil whole in water with lemon juice. Done when a leaf pulls out easily
Stir-fry
Stir-fry5-7 min
Slice the parboiled heart. With olive oil and garlic
Microwave
Microwave7-10 min
Whole, wrapped at 600W. Flip halfway through
Steam
Steam25-40 min
Steam whole. Retains more nutrients than boiling
Common Mistakes
- Not knowing the edible parts and trying to eat it whole — the base of the leaves and the 'heart' are the edible parts
- Browning after cutting — soak in lemon water immediately
Storage & Use PlanTips & dates
Storage Time Guide
No sourced storage estimate is available for this vegetable yet. Follow the pack instructions and set your own use date below.
Estimates assume fresh produce stored as described. Freshness and temperature affect storage; these dates do not guarantee safety. Follow pack dates and instructions. Do not eat food showing spoilage, regardless of the date.
Artichoke Cooking FAQs
How long to boil Artichoke?
Boil Artichoke for 25-35 min (From boiling water). Boil whole in water with lemon juice. Done when a leaf pulls out easily
How long to microwave Artichoke?
Microwave Artichoke for 7-10 min. Whole, wrapped at 600W. Flip halfway through
How long to stir-fry Artichoke?
Stir-fry Artichoke for 5-7 min. Slice the parboiled heart. With olive oil and garlic
How long to steam Artichoke?
Steam Artichoke for 25-40 min. Steam whole. Retains more nutrients than boiling
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