Name: Crispy Air-Fried Artichoke Hearts: Lemony Mayo
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 (14 ounce) cans whole artichoke hearts, well-drained; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 cup seasoned panko bread crumbs; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika; Olive oil cooking spray

Transform humble artichoke hearts into a golden, crispy delight with this air-fried sensation. Served alongside a zesty, homemade lemony mayo, it's an appetizer that's both sophisticated and utterly addictive. Prepare to be amazed by the satisfying crunch and burst of flavor!

Follow The Directions

01

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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined. Cover and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld. (5 minutes)

02

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Gently pat the drained artichoke hearts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This will ensure maximum crispiness in the air fryer. (5 minutes)

03

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In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, water, baking powder, and salt until smooth. In a separate shallow dish, combine the panko bread crumbs, garlic powder, and paprika. (5 minutes)

04

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Dip each artichoke heart into the flour mixture, ensuring it's lightly coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off before transferring it to the bread crumb mixture. Press gently to coat evenly with the panko mixture. Place the breaded artichoke heart on a clean plate and repeat with the remaining artichoke hearts. (20 minutes)

05

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Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)

06

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Lightly spray half of the breaded artichoke hearts with olive oil cooking spray. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving about 1 inch of space between each. Avoid overcrowding the basket for optimal air circulation. (5 minutes)

07

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Air fry for approximately 7 minutes, flipping the artichoke hearts halfway through, until they are golden brown and delightfully crispy. Repeat with the remaining batch of breaded artichoke hearts. (14 minutes)

08

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Allow the air-fried artichoke hearts to cool slightly for about 5 minutes before serving. This will allow them to crisp up even further. Serve immediately with the chilled lemony mayo for dipping. (5 minutes)