Ricette di Sicilia
Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane
Sicilian Stewed Artichokes - A Simple Country Classic
Discover this rustic Sicilian favourite: tender stewed artichokes infused with garlic, parsley and olive oil - simple, comforting and full of Mediterranean charm.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 8 medium artichokes
- ✓ A handful of fresh parsley
- ✓ 2 garlic cloves
- ✓ Extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
Known affectionately in Sicily as â viddanedda - “the peasant style” - these Sicilian Stewed Artichokes capture everything that makes the island’s rustic cooking so irresistible. Born from the fertile fields of Niscemi and Cerda, this humble recipe is a celebration of freshness, simplicity and family tradition.
Imagine a warm spring day, artichokes at their seasonal peak, gently softening in a pan with garlic, parsley and a generous glug of good olive oil. The aroma alone feels like a return to long, unhurried lunches around the family table. The artichokes become tender and aromatic, their natural sweetness lifted by herbs and pepper.
Served as a light main or a generous side, this dish is the essence of Sicilian home cooking - honest, comforting and impossibly satisfying.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Wash the artichokes thoroughly and remove the tougher outer leaves.
- 2
Trim the spiky tops and gently tap each artichoke on the work surface to help the leaves open.
- 3
Stand the artichokes upright in a large pan.
- 4
Finely chop the garlic and parsley, then sprinkle the mixture over the artichokes.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper, then pour in enough extra-virgin olive oil to dress them generously.
- 6
Add a glass of water to the pan, cover with a lid and cook over a medium–low heat until the artichokes are tender.
- 7
After around 40 minutes, serve the artichokes hot.
💡 Tips and Variations
For a richer version, grate a little pecorino over the artichokes before serving. If you enjoy stronger flavours, add a handful of pitted black olives to the pan during cooking.
📦 Storage
- • Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- • Reheat in the oven at 160°C for 10 minutes before serving.
- • Avoid freezing to maintain the best texture.
🍷 Pairing
These tender stewed artichokes pair beautifully with a glass of Etna Rosato, whose bright, full-bodied profile enhances the dish’s earthy and floral notes.
Thank you for discovering this cherished Sicilian classic. I hope these stewed artichokes - simple, comforting and full of rustic charm - find their way to your table and into the memories you share with loved ones.
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