James Martin Artichoke Pasta

This easy James Martin Artichoke Pasta is a quick, flavorful meal perfect for busy days. With tender artichokes, a zesty lemon kick, and a touch of red chilli heat, it’s a dish full of fresh, vibrant flavors. Use pantry staples like dried pasta and butter, and swap in other veggies for flexibility. Finish with Parmesan for extra indulgence.

Ingredients Needed

• 200g (7 oz) dried pasta

For the sauce:

• 25g (2 tbsp) butter
• 2 violet artichokes, trimmed and sliced
• 50ml (¼ cup) white wine
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 red chilli, finely diced
• 1 small bunch of parsley, chopped
• 2 lemons, juice and zest
• Salt and pepper, to taste

To serve:

• Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

How To Make Artichoke Pasta

1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil, then add the pasta and cook for 8 minutes until al dente.
2. Prepare the sauce: Melt the butter in a large frying pan over medium heat, then add the artichokes, white wine, garlic, and shallot. Cover with a lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until the artichokes are tender.
3. Combine the pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly to the sauce, along with a splash of the pasta cooking water. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the lemon juice, zest, parsley, and diced chilli.
4. Serve: Grate Parmesan over the top and serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• Trim the artichokes properly: Remove the tough outer leaves and slice them thinly to ensure they cook quickly and evenly.
• Don’t skip the pasta water: Adding a splash of pasta water to the sauce helps create a silky, smooth texture.
• Grate the Parmesan fresh: Freshly grated Parmesan melts better and enhances the dish with a richer, creamier taste.
• Cook the pasta al dente: Slightly undercooking the pasta ensures it doesn’t turn mushy when combined with the sauce.

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover Artichoke Pasta cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Add the pasta to a pan with a splash of water or broth. Heat over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed evenly.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 cups

• Calories: 378
• Total Fat: 8g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 64mg
• Sodium: 668mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 41g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 2g
• Protein: 33g

Try More James Martin Recipes:

• James Martin Roast Leg Of Lamb
• James Martin Meat And Potato Pie
• James Martin Lemon Curd Roulade
• James Martin Minestrone Soup