Description
Crispy and flavorful air fryer artichoke hearts seasoned with Italian herbs and served with a zesty garlic aioli dipping sauce. This quick and easy recipe delivers a perfect snack or appetizer with a deliciously crispy texture and vibrant taste, ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Artichoke Hearts
- 12 oz frozen artichoke hearts
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
For the Garlic Aioli
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for crisping the artichoke hearts evenly.
- Coat the Artichoke Hearts. In a mixing bowl, toss the frozen artichoke hearts with salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and olive oil until they are fully coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Cook in Air Fryer. Place the seasoned artichoke hearts in a greased air fryer basket in a single even layer. Cook for 10 minutes, remembering to turn them halfway through the cooking time to ensure they crisp up evenly on all sides.
- Prepare the Garlic Aioli. While the artichokes are cooking, mix together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and black pepper in a small bowl to create a tangy and flavorful garlic aioli.
- Serve. Once the artichoke hearts are crispy and golden, serve immediately with the garlic aioli for dipping and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese if desired for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- Make sure to toss the artichoke hearts halfway through cooking for even crisping.
- You can use fresh or frozen artichoke hearts, but adjust cooking time slightly if using fresh.
- For a dairy-free option, skip the Parmesan cheese garnish.
- The garlic aioli can be adjusted in flavor by adding more lemon juice or garlic to taste.
- Serve as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
