How to Cook Pan-Roasted Artichokes

    One of the reasons why I like the U.S. is that I can enjoy new foods which I've never seen in Japan.

     A few weeks ago, I purchased fresh artichokes for $1 for two at my local supermarket. I thought it was a super great deal! Then, next week, I found that fresh artichokes were on sale for $1 for three there. It was even cheaper! I couldn't believe that one fresh artichoke only cost 33 cents! When I lived in Japan, I've never had artichokes. I've never seen artichokes at any supermarket there. I've just found that one fresh artichoke is selling about 1500 yen, which is equivalent to $13.60, online in Japan.

     Anyway, I cooked pan-roasted artichokes last week, and it turned out so delicious! Actually, I cooked boiled artichokes several years ago, but roasted one was way more delicious than boiled one.  :) I'm going to share how to cook pan-roasted artichokes with you. :) 

Ingredients
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
2 Artichokes
A Pinch of Salt
2 Tablespoons of Water 


1. Cut about one inch from the top of the artichokes. Then, Cut them into halves.

2. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium low heat. Place artichokes in the pan. Cover the lid. Cook them for 15 minutes. 

3. Flip over the artichokes. Sprinkle salt over them. Add water and cover the lid.  Cook them over medium low heat for another 15 minutes.

4. Serve and enjoy!

    I watched this video to get how to eat artichokes. By the way, I had roasted artichokes with a pinch of salt only. :)

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