DeLallo Artichoke Hearts (large size) come from the centers of premium large-sized artichokes. Harvested by-hand and picked at the peak of flavor, our artichokes boast a texture that is tender and buttery with an irresistible earthy sweetness. Artichoke hearts are an incredible gourmet ingredient in a myriad of kitchen creations—from pizzas and pasta to baked artichoke appetizers and hot party dips.
- Seed-grown artichokes from Peru.
- Tender and buttery with a yielding bite.
- Brine-packed to maintain their best texture and flavor.
- Part of the famously healthy Mediterranean diet.
- Ready-to-use gourmet ingredient.
- Popular entertaining antipasto.
- Kosher.
- Vegan/vegetarian.
- Gluten free.
- Non-GMO.
Kitchen and Usage Tips:
Artichoke hearts are a traditional antipasto that can be served on its own or as part of a cheese board or charcuterie board. It pairs naturally with other Mediterranean antipasti like pickled peppers, olives, cured meats, specialty cheeses, spreads and gourmet crisps. Artichoke hearts are also a versatile gourmet ingredient ready to enhance a number of everyday recipes like pasta dishes (both hot and cold), pizzas, flatbreads, baked chicken dishes, shrimp skewers, quiche recipes, party dips like the famed Spinach and Artichoke Dip, appetizers like baked artichokes or stuffed artichokes, sandwiches, wraps and more.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are artichoke hearts?
Artichoke hearts the tender middle that is found deep within the artichoke, under the leaves and just above the stem. The artichoke heart is the most coveted portion of the vegetable, as it is meaty and flavorful with a tender, buttery texture.
What do artichoke hearts taste like?
Artichoke hearts are like most vegetables with a slightly bitter, earthy, clean flavor. Some say the flavor is adjacent to broccoli, celery and even fried egg whites. Its flavor is somewhat nutty and sweet—delicate, not overwhelming, which is why it is important not to pair it with overpowering flavors.
What do I do with artichoke hearts?
Artichoke hearts have many uses in entertaining and in the kitchen as a gourmet ingredient. Use them to amp up salads, flatbreads, pizzas, quiche and cold picnic pasta salads. Artichoke hearts are great in hot pasta dishes with a creamy bechamel sauce or olive oil. Add a protein like shrimp or chicken. Create delicious appetizers like fried or baked artichokes, cheesy stuffed artichokes and even hot dips.
What is the difference between artichoke hearts and artichokes?
The artichoke heart refers to the meaty center of the artichoke; whereas, the artichoke is the entire vegetable: leaves, heart and stem.
