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Artichokes alla Romana — traditional dish from Rome, Italy
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Nutritional Values

🔥280kcal
💪5gProtein
🌾18gCarbs
🥑22gFat
🌿10gFibre
⚖️200 gServing

* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.

Artichokes alla Romana

How to order / say it
Say it Carciofi alla Romana — [kar-CHOH-fee ah-lah roh-mah-nah]
Order I'd like the artichokes alla Romana, please.
Locally Vorrei i carciofi alla Romana, per favore.
Say locally

Roman-style artichokes braised with herbs and olive oil.

Why try it?

This dish embodies the Roman love for seasonal produce, showing how simple ingredients can be elevated through traditional cooking methods.

How it tastes

Delicate artichokes are tender and infused with the flavors of fresh mint and parsley. The olive oil adds richness, making each bite succulent.

Origin & History — first documented: 200

Dating to ancient Rome, Carciofi alla Romana hails from the region of Lazio, where artichokes thrive. It's a testament to the Roman passion for local, seasonal ingredients.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 4 artichokes
  • 🌿 10 g fresh mint
  • 🌿 10 g fresh parsley
  • 🍋 30 ml lemon juice
  • 🫒 100 ml olive oil
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic

Method

  1. 1 Trim artichokes and remove tough outer leaves.
  2. 2 Stuff with chopped herbs, garlic and drizzle with lemon juice.
  3. 3 Place in a pot, drizzle with olive oil and cover with water.
  4. 4 Simmer until artichokes are tender and flavorful.

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