This dish is great for snackers and hosts alike! Artichoke hearts are oven-fried at high temperatures to create the most satisfying crunchy texture and then paired with a tangy, herby, creamy dipping sauce with just the right amount of heat.
Serves| 4-6 |
Oven-Fried Artichoke Hearts with Za’atar Dipping Sauce
Artichoke Hearts
- 3 cans whole artichoke hearts, in water, drained and sliced lengthwise
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1 handful cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, crushed
- cooking spray
Za’atar Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup toasted sesame seeds
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp sumac
- 1 tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper
- zest and juice of 1 lemon
| Preparation - Artichokes | Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat artichokes dry with paper towels or air dry on a cooling rack. Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan in a bowl; beat eggs in another bowl, stirring in cilantro and garlic. Season egg mixture with salt and pepper. Dip artichoke hearts in egg wash; shake off excess liquid, then cover in panko breading. Place face side up on prepared baking sheet; repeat process until complete.
Generously spray artichokes with cooking oil. Place in oven for 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
| Preparation - Za’atar Dipping Sauce | In a bowl, combine all ingredients and stir until incorporated. Chill until ready to serve.
