Nothing really says Summer other than Bar-B-Que

  Our family literally cooks outside every single day, in one form or another.  We love the sights and the sounds that accompany being outside with our food.  

It’s our family time to bond and hang out.  We’ve even been known to have the kids do their homework outside, just so we can enjoy the backyard!  So, we are always looking for new foods to put on the grill…

These Grilled Artichokes with Zesty Garlic Aioli are my go-to dish for satisfying any weekend guests.  It’s the perfect snack to share while the rest of the meal is being prepared.  And I assure you, they will be devoured….

The char that comes with grilling these artichokes after they have been steamed is magnificent.  You get that crust and smoke flavor that normally comes from Bar-B-Que, yet the flesh of the artichoke stays super tender.

After the artichokes are steamed and the rough fibers removed with a spoon, you brush the halved artichokes with a light olive oil.  This ensures a nice toasting of the flesh on the grill.

The charring of the artichokes only takes about 5 minutes on a hot grill.  You can use a gas or charcoal grill, your choice!

And Lord, have mercy with that sauce – the flavors are so vibrant!  Lemon and garlic are the star ingredients and they compliment the smoky artichokes perfectly!

Here is a super duper video we made to show you all the steps and just how easy this recipe is… Take a quick watch!

And here is the printable recipe for ya too…