Artichokes are the perfect appetizer for a BBQ, or can even be an easy side dish to accompany grilled meat, such as lamb or steak.

Ingredients

Yields: 6
Cook: mins
Prep: 10 mins

ARTICHOKES
- 3 large artichokes
- 2 lemons, cut 1 into quarters, cut 1 in slices
- 5 cloves garlic, grated
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced parsley
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
GARLIC AIOLI
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 6 cloves roasted garlic, minced
- Lemon juice from one lemon
- 1 tbsp Chopped parsley
- 1/2 tsp coarsely ground Black pepper
- 1/4 - 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
- Pinch of paprika

Preparation

Trim the tops from the artichokes and cut in half lengthwise. Fill a large bowl with cold water and squeeze in one lemon wedge. Place artichoke halves in lemon water, for 10 minutes, to prevent artichokes from turning brown.
While artichokes soak, fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Carefully place artichokes into boiling water and let cook for 15 minutes. Drain water.
Meanwhile, fill a small smoker box with Cowboy wood chips and place on a gas grill or in a foil pouch directly over the main source of heat. Set grill for direct heat, 400-425°F., close lid, and wait for about 5-10 minutes until the chips begin to smoke.
Mix all garlic aioli ingredients and set aside.
Squeeze remaining lemon wedges into a medium bowl with olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Mix together until combined through. Brush artichokes with garlic sauce, saving a little for basting.
Place artichokes on grill, cut side down. Grill for 5 to 10 minutes, basting with garlic sauce and turning frequently until tips are slightly charred. Remove from grill, and plate.
Sprinkle artichokes with parsley and parmesan, and serve with Garlic Aioli and enjoy!

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