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How to Clean Artichoke Bottoms and Hearts for Use in Moroccan Recipes

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Squeeze Lemon Juice on the Fresh Artichoke Heart

Squeeze lemon juice on the artichoke heart to prevent it from turning brown.

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Immediately squeeze or rub lemon juice on the artichoke heart and bottom to prevent it from oxidizing. Set it aside in a bowl with some lemon until you finish cleaning all of your artichokes.

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