{"id":354,"date":"2022-04-16T09:51:54","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T09:51:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/local.brightercooking\/?p=354"},"modified":"2022-04-22T06:00:19","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T10:00:19","slug":"globe-artichoke","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/local.brightercooking\/globe-artichoke\/","title":{"rendered":"Insider Look at the Globe Artichoke Heart Veggie"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Native to the Mediterranean area the Globe artichoke also known as Ankinara in Greek is an edible flower bud consumed as a&nbsp;vegetable&nbsp;and cherished for its medicinal and health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Botanically it is a thistle that grows to 1 to 2 meters tall. The flowers which grow to an edible bud grow about 10 to 15 centimeters in diameter. It contains triangular scales resembling those of&nbsp;fish&nbsp;scales. The flowers are purple or blue with the edible portion being at the base of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The largest producers of the globe artichoke are Italy, Egypt, Spain, Argentina, and Peru respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Varieties include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vegetative Propagated<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Green, big variety: Known as \u2013 \u2018Vert de Laon\u2019, \u2018Camus de Bretagne\u2019, and \u2018Castel\u2019 in France. \u2018Green Globe\u2019 in the USA and South Africa<\/li><li>Green, medium-size variety: Known as \u2018Verde Palermo\u2019 in Sicily, \u2018Blanca de Tudela\u2019 in Spain, \u2018Argentina\u2019 and \u2018Espa\u00f1ola\u2019 in Chile. \u2018Blanc d\u2019Oran\u2019 in Algeria, \u2018Sakiz\u2019 and \u2018Bayrampasha\u2019 in Turkey<\/li><li>Purple, big variety: Known as \u2018Romanesco\u2019 and \u2018C3\u2019 in Italy<\/li><li>Purple, medium-size variety: Known as \u2018Violet de Provence\u2019 in France, \u2018Brindisino\u2019, \u2018Catanese\u2019, and \u2018Niscemese\u2019 in Sicily. \u2018Violet d\u2019Algerie\u2019 in Algeria, \u2018Baladi\u2019 in Egypt, \u2018\u00d1ato\u2019 in Argentina, \u2018Violetta di Chioggia\u2019 in Italy.<\/li><li>Spined variety: Known as \u2018Spinoso Sardo e Ingauno\u2019 in Sardinia and \u2018Criolla\u2019 in Peru.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Seeds Propagated<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Industry varieties which include \u2018Madrigal\u2019, \u2018Lorca\u2019, \u2018A-106\u2019, and \u2018Imperial Star\u2019<\/li><li>Green varieties: These include \u2018Symphony\u2019 and \u2018Harmony\u2019<\/li><li>Purple varieties: Including \u2018Concerto\u2019, \u2018Opal\u2019 and \u2018Tempo\u2019<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Globe artichoke is harvested before the buds mature just before the petals begin to open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fresh produce is available in markets all through the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A fresh globe artichoke should feel heavy for its size. They should not have any bruises, cuts, or mold growing on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The scales should be firm and tightly packed to each other. They can be stored in a refrigerator in zip-lock plastic bags for about a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid selecting large over-mature buds as these are less flavorful and do not keep as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing Globe Artichoke as Food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>They should be washed thoroughly under cold running water. The baby artichokes can be eaten whole as they are tender in texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The larger ones need to have the stems cut off and the lower scales removed with scissors or a knife. The scales can then be spread out after the thorny ends have been trimmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"http:\/\/local.brightercooking\/lemon-fruit-explained\/\">lemon<\/a> should be rubbed on the cut ends to prevent it from turning after exposure to air similar to how\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/local.brightercooking\/avocado-facts\/\">avocado<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/local.brightercooking\/banana-benefits\/\">banana<\/a>\u00a0turns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The preparation is varied and generally, instructions in individual recipes should be followed. Generally, they can be prepared stuffed with seafood, poultry, or other <a href=\"http:\/\/local.brightercooking\/vegetables-explained\/\">vegetables<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They can also be cut up and consumed as a vegetable ingredient mixed with other vegetables, beans,&nbsp;lentils, and meat dishes. It can also be eaten as the main star of a vegetable dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The globe artichoke can be cooked in various methods. You may Saut\u00e9, deep fry, grill, barbecue, steam, boil, or roast the artichoke hearts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nutritional Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The globe artichoke contains 47 calories per 100 grams. It contains trace amounts of fat and has no cholesterol. It is a very good source of dietary fiber and carbohydrates. It also contains some amounts of protein.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a rich source of antioxidants as well as vitamins and minerals. Artichoke contains good amounts of B-complex vitamins such as folates, niacin, pantothenic acid, pyridoxine, riboflavin, and thiamin. It is a good source of vitamin C and vitamin K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for minerals, it is a good source of potassium, zinc, and calcium. It is a rich source of copper, iron, and magnesium. It is also a rich source of manganese and phosphorus.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Native to the Mediterranean area the Globe artichoke also known as Ankinara in Greek is an edible flower bud consumed as a&nbsp;vegetable&nbsp;and cherished for its medicinal and health benefits. 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