Qaqoċċ Mimli - Stuffed Artichoke
Artichoke stuffed with a tuna and herb mix the way my grandmother used to cook it.
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Ingredients for 3 persons:
3 Artichokes
150g Canned Tuna (in brine or oil)
2 Garlic Cloves (crushed)
2 Green Garlic Stalks (chopped)
60g Pitted Black Olives (slice half of them)
1tbsp Capers
2tbsp Tomato Paste (kunserva)
2tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
4 Potatoes
2 Carrots
1 Vegetable Stock Cube
Salt & Pepper
Directions:
1.In a small bowl combine the tuna, crushed garlic, sliced green garlic, sliced olives, capers, 1 tbsp chopped parsley and 1 tbsp of tomato paste. Season to taste.
2.Peel the potatoes and carrots and put them aside.
3.Chop about an inch from the top of the artichoke, cut the stem and clean it from the tough outer leaves.
4.Hit it against the working top to loosen the leaves and wash well under running water.
5.Stuff the tuna mixture between the leaves and top of the artichoke.
6.Place the chopped potatoes and carrots in a large pot, add about 2-3 inches of water, add the stock cube and a tablespoon of tomato paste.
7.Place the artichokes on top and cover.
8.Bring to a boil, then simmer for about an hour and a half (depending on the size of the artichoke)
9.The artichokes are ready when you can easily slide a knife at the bottom.
10.While cooking, keep an eye on the level of water. If it evaporates, add some more hot water.
