Artichokes with Saffron and Almonds Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Spanish Recipes. (Artichokes with Saffron and Almonds Recipe). These artichokes are sauteed with figs, saffron, and Marcona almonds. This is a perfect spring recipe sure to please the crowd. Garnish the finished dish with sliced olives and a few saffron strands.

Brief

Prep 25 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Total: 40 mins

Servings: 8

Yield: 8 servings

Artichokes with Saffron and Almonds Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup dried figs

1 cup boiling water

¼ teaspoon saffron threads

½ cup olive oil

4 pounds baby artichokes

halved and chokes removed

1 teaspoon kosher salt

or to taste

½ cup Spanish Marcona almonds

¼ cup white wine vinegar

1 teaspoon paprika

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World Cuisine

Directions

Step 1

Place figs in a bowl and cover with the boiling water. Allow the figs to plump for 5 minutes then remove. Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of saffron threads into the remaining liquid and allow to steep for 5 minutes.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add artichokes and toss until coated with oil. Pour in saffron water and salt. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low cover and simmer until the artichokes are tender about 8 minutes.

Step 3

Uncover the artichokes and increase heat to medium-high. Add the figs almonds vinegar and paprika. Cook and stir until all of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from the heat recover and allow to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information

Artichokes with Saffron and Almonds Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:8

Calories: 283.2

% Daily Value *

Protein: 5.3g 11%

Carbohydrates: 29g 9%

Dietary Fiber: 12g 48%

Sugars: 14.6g

Fat: 18.6g 29%

Saturated Fat: 2.3g 12%

Vitamin A Iu: 196.3IU 4%

Niacin Equivalents: 2mg 15%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 10%

Vitamin C: 7.3mg 12%

Folate: 85.8mcg 21%

Calcium: 78.9mg 8%

Iron: 1.7mg 9%

Magnesium: 78.1mg 28%

Potassium: 509.1mg 14%

Sodium: 299.4mg 12%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 10%

Calories From Fat: 167.7

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.