Description
Crispy, golden fried artichoke hearts tossed in spicy buffalo sauce for the ultimate meat-free snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (14 oz each) canned artichoke hearts, drained and halved
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pan over medium heat until it reaches 350°F.
- In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, pour the breadcrumbs.
- Line a tray with paper towels or set up a wire rack for draining the fried hearts.
- Dredge each artichoke heart in the flour mix, then dip into the eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs. Press gently to adhere.
- Fry in batches for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove and let drain on prepared rack or towels.
- Toss the hot fried artichokes in buffalo sauce until fully coated.
- Serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dip and a sprinkle of chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use canned artichoke hearts packed in water, not oil, for best frying results.
- Dry the artichokes thoroughly before coating to ensure crispiness.
- For extra crunch, try panko breadcrumbs.
- Keep oil temperature steady for even frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: buffalo artichoke hearts, vegetarian buffalo bites, fried artichokes, spicy snacks, meatless appetizer