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Neapolitan-style artichokes
Neapolitan-style artichokes are a very appetising side dish. A traditional, easy-to-make recipe for artichokes braised in a pan with olives, capers and chilli pepper.
INGREDIENTS
- 5 artichokes
- 120 g Gaeta black olives
- 30 g salted capers
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 hot chilli pepper
- 1 bunch of parsley
- 1 lemon
- 6 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- salt
This dish, which comes from Naples' culinary tradition, has a unique, delicate flavour combined with the saltiness of the olives and capers. Together they create a tasty side dish with a pleasantly spicy kick, thanks to the touch of chilli in the recipe. The preparation is quick and easy: once you've cleaned the artichokes, you simply need to stew them in a pan until tender and succulent. You won't be able to wait to try them!
HOW TO PREPARE: NEAPOLITAN-STYLE ARTICHOKES
1Start preparing the Neapolitan-style artichokes by cleaning them. Remove the thorns by cutting the artichokes about two-thirds down from the base. Remove the stem at the base of the flower and discard the tougher outer leaves. Cut them into quarters, remove the inner fuzzy choke, and place them in water acidulated with lemon juice. Clean the stems too, removing the thorns and the tougher outer part, then cut them into small pieces. 
2In a pan, sauté the garlic and chilli in the oil, add the desalted capers and olives, and let them flavour for a few minutes. Add the artichokes and 2-3 ladles of water, then cover and cook for about 30-35 minutes. 
2Towards the end of cooking, remove the lid and let any excess liquid evaporate. Season with salt, finish with chopped parsley, and serve the Neapolitan-style artichokes.
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