Artichokes with Al-i-Oli

Globe artichokes are a treat, and the small tender ones which we prefer to eat in Spain are easy to prepare. It is difficult for me to understand why there is no tradition of preparing artichokes in Britain, but I hope that this simple way to cook and serve them with al-i-oli will encourage you to buy them when they are available.

The authentic Catalan and Levantine al-i-oli sauce contains no egg, just garlic and oil as its name implies, although I must admit that addi