Artichokes
á la polita |
Artichokes à la polita ( as it was made in the city--Constantinople that is!) is a tasty dish made with artichokes, carrots, scallions, potatoes, and of course olive oil. I add some green peas for good measure.
Ingredients: *
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 medium carrots sliced thinly
- 3-4 scallions, finely chopped
- 450 grams peeled potatoes, cubed
- 600 grams frozen artichoke hearts, halved or quartered, if large
- 50 grams fresh dill, chopped
- 100 grams frozen peas
- juice of 2-3 lemons
- salt and pepper
Directions:
1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the sliced carrots and sauté for a few minutes. Add the chopped scallions and the cubed potatoes and continue to sauté everything for a few additional minutes.
2. Add the artichoke hearts, the chopped dill, green peas, salt and pepper and stir for a few minutes.
3. Pour in the lemon juice. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally for 45-60 minutes. Check to see that there is always some liquid in the pot, adding a little water if necessary.
4. Allow to cool for at least two hours. Check the seasoning.
TO BE SERVED AT ROOM TEMPERATURE.
* Local tradition calls for adding a tablespoon of flour in addition to the lemon juice.