Artichoke Guacamole Recipe

Ingredients for Artichoke Guacamole

• 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained
• Red Onion
• Beefsteak Tomato
• Fresh Lemon Juice
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Toasted Sesame Oil
• Scallion
• Fresh Cilantro Leaves
• Coarse Salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper

How to Make Artichoke Guacamole

1. Place 14 oz can of artichoke bottoms in a small saucepan, cover with 1 cup of water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the artichokes are very soft, about 20 minutes. Mash a few with a fork to check for doneness.
3. Drain the artichokes well, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid.
4. Once cool enough to handle, finely chop the artichokes.
5. In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the chopped artichokes, 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/2 cup diced tomato, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/4 cup chopped scallions, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
6. Gently mash the mixture with a fork to your desired consistency, adding a tablespoon or two of the reserved artichoke cooking liquid if needed to reach desired texture.
7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
8. Serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy!