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Fried Artichoke Sandwiches

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  • Level: Easy
  • Total: 25 min
  • Active: 25 min
  • Yield: 4 servings
Golden fried artichoke hearts take center stage in this filling but light vegetarian sandwich. Frozen artichoke hearts are dredged and shallow-fried until crisp, then piled onto ciabatta rolls with tangy pepperoncini, salty Parmesan and a zesty mayo spiked with some of the pepperoncini brine. A mix of sliced radicchio and romaine lettuce adds freshness and crunch, making this an ideal lunch or casual dinner.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pat the artichoke hearts dry with a paper towel. Whisk together the flour, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a baking dish. Whisk together the eggs, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in another baking dish until combined.
  2. Fill a large skillet with about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil and set over medium heat. Coat the artichoke hearts in the egg mixture first, then coat in the flour mixture, tapping off the excess. Fry in 2 batches until golden brown and crisp, turning halfway through, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain; sprinkle with salt.
  3. Mix the mayonnaise with the pepperoncini brine in a small bowl and spread on the roll bottoms. Top with the Parmesan, then the fried artichoke hearts and sliced pepperoncini. Toss the romaine and radicchio in a bowl and add to the sandwiches. Season with salt and pepper and add the roll tops. Serve with potato chips.