Description
Crispy golden fried artichoke hearts tossed in bold buffalo sauce for the ultimate spicy appetizer. Crunchy on the outside and tender inside, this crowd-pleasing snack is perfect for game day or parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) artichoke hearts, drained and patted dry
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 to 3 cups vegetable oil, for frying
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy pot to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Gradually whisk in the cold water until a smooth batter forms.
- Pat the artichoke hearts completely dry with paper towels.
- Dip each artichoke heart into the batter, coating evenly.
- Fry the battered artichoke hearts in batches for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove with tongs or a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, mix the buffalo sauce with the melted butter.
- Toss the fried artichoke hearts gently in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Dry the artichoke hearts thoroughly for maximum crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying.
- Toss in buffalo sauce just before serving to maintain crunch.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to restore crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: fried buffalo artichoke hearts, crispy artichoke appetizer, buffalo style snack, vegetarian game day food, spicy fried artichokes