Artichoke Fish Recipe (Vegan) | Elephantastic Vegan (2024)

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The flaky texture of artichokes is perfect to make vegan fish. It’s super easy to make: The artichokes are battered, fried, and served with potatoes and vegan tartar sauce. It tastes so similar to real fish.

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Lately, I’ve been experimenting a lot with vegan seafood. Salmon was one of the hardest things for me to give up when going vegan, so sometimes I’m craving the flaky texture. I’m not craving the overfishing of the oceans and animal suffering, so I love to explore new vegan options. Most of the store-bought vegan seafood and fish products are not exactly… well, let’s face it … they are disgusting!

I prefer homemade vegan fish recipes. I’ve made Vegan Fish with Tofu (Tofish) and Banana Blossoms Fishbefore. Texturewise, I’d say that the Vegan Fish made with Banana Blossoms comes the closest to the original but Banana Blossoms are not always easy to find. So I want to provide an option that is much more accessible for anyone: Vegan Fish made with canned Artichokes.

For this recipe, I’m using canned artichokes in brine/water, not oil. I’d really recommend looking for oil-free artichokes because we are battering and frying the artichokes and that would be a bit too much oil.

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The flaky texture of artichokes is perfect for making vegan fish!

How to make Artichoke Fish

The ingredients

You’ll need:

  • artichokes (canned in brine/water – not oil)
  • for the flour mixture: flour, salt, nori, dill
  • for the batter: flour, salt, turmeric, pickle juice, caper brine (or more pickle juice), water, lemon juice
  • frying oil

The basic steps

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Serve the Artichoke Fish with…

Served with baked potato slices or wedges this vegan ‘fish’makes quite an appearance. Don’t forget to add freshly squeezed lemon juice on top and sprinkle it with chopped dill. Makes it only better! :)

The perfect dip is of course: Vegan Tartar Sauce.

Do you know what also would be good with this vegan fish? Rice and peas or mashed peas! Anything you would serve with regular fish would be delicious with this cruelty-free, vegan alternative!

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I hope you will enjoy this ‘fish’ as much as I did! Let me know if you give it a try!

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Cheers, Bianca

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Artichoke fish

Bianca Haun | Elephantastic Vegan

The flaky texture of artichokes is perfect to make vegan fish. It’s super easy to make: The artichokes are battered, fried, and served with potatoes and vegan tartar sauce. It tastes so similar to real fish.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Vegan

Servings 2 servings

Calories 439 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 jar artichokes in brine/water (170g) about 15 pieces – quartered
  • frying oil

Flour Mixture

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dill
  • 1 tablespoon crushed nori

Batter

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch turmeric
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice
  • 1 tablespoon caper brine (or sub with more pickle juice)
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 3/4 cup sparkling water

Instructions

  • Rinse and drain the artichokes.

  • In separate bowls, combine the ingredients for the flour mixture and whisk together the ingredients for the batter.

  • In a pot or wok, heat the frying oil. You’ll want enough so that the battered artichokes can swim in the oil but make sure you leave enough space in the pot/wok so that it doesn’t spill over.

  • Coat the artichokes in the flour mixture. Then dip them in the batter. Carefully lower them in the oil. Let them fry for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown, flipping them once.

  • Transfer the fried artichokes onto a kitchen paper to remove excess oil. Serve with tartar sauce and potato wedges, for example. Add fresh dill on top and a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

*With how many vegan fish pieces you will end up, depends on how many artichokes are in the jar. I’ve had about 15 pieces in mine = 170g of artichokes. My artichokes are quartered.

Nutrition

Calories: 439kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSodium: 1334mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 980IUVitamin C: 20.8mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 5mg

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Are marinated artichokes vegan? ›

Elevate your culinary endeavors with the delectable and wholesome Native Forest Marinated Artichoke Hearts, and add a taste of the Mediterranean to your favorite dishes. Whether you're a dedicated vegan or simply seeking flavorful ingredients, these artichoke hearts are a must-have for your kitchen.

How to get vegan fish flavour? ›

Seaweed and Kelp.

Wakame seaweed (or undaria) or dulse seaweed are both good options for this recipe (I use wakame). I also use dashima or dried kelp to intensify the fishy flavor of this vegan fish sauce.

What is vegan fish sauce? ›

The key ingredient in fish sauce may be fermented fish, but there are ways to replicate it without using animal ingredients. Often, recipes are made with seaweed to get that distinct seafood flavor. Dried shiitake mushrooms can add an element of earthiness, and, salt, of course, is a must.

What are vegan fish and chips made of? ›

Vegan fish and chips made from artichoke hearts and hearts of palm which is battered and then fried. I opted for sparkling water so this one doesn't have any beer in the batter but the batter is just as delicious and light!

Are marinated artichokes anti inflammatory? ›

Artichokes have shown to be anti-inflammatory and used as a digestive aid to reduce bloating and promote regularity. 3. Ranked as the number one overall vegetable for antioxidants, artichokes help combat oxidative stress related to chronic diseases and aging.

Are marinated artichokes still healthy? ›

Are marinated artichoke hearts good for you? Absolutely! They are very high in fiber and contain a multitude of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, phosphorus, and magnesium. They are also a rich source of potassium and antioxidants.

What makes vegan fish taste fishy? ›

Seaweed-Nori, Kelp or Dulse flakes

They are often used as a salt substitute, but are a great way to add some fishy flavor. And, BONUS, seaweed gives your food added nutrients.

What is a good vegan substitute for fish sauce? ›

Dulse or Wakame: The seaweed is what will give you that “fish” taste you want in a vegan fish sauce substitute. Wakame is high-protein, high in calcium, and has iron and vitamin C in it. Dulse, another kind of seaweed, is a red sea plant and is also rich in iron as well as protein, and vitamin A.

What is the best fish to eat after being vegan? ›

If only meat or fish will do, consider targeting nutrients that are hard to find in plant-based foods and think about incorporating them into meals in a conservative way. "If you really want to go for an animal protein, try a fatty fish, like salmon or tuna,” Rizzo suggests.

What is a vegan that eats fish called? ›

By that definition, a pescatarian is someone who chooses to eat a vegetarian diet, but who also eats fish and other seafood. It's a largely plant-based diet of whole grains, nuts, legumes, produce and healthy fats, with seafood playing a key role as a main protein source. Many pescatarians also eat dairy and eggs.

Why is soy sauce vegan? ›

In theory, soy sauce is vegan, as it is only made up of soybeans, wheat, water and wheat which are all, of course, vegan-friendly. However, some manufacturers add ingredients that compromise soy sauce being vegan, using flavour enhancers which are derived from fish or meat.

What are the three vegan sauces? ›

Sauces come in many forms and are made in many ways – gravy, salsa, fruit coulis, pan sauces. All of these fall into the broad category of sauces. There are three sauces we make VERY frequently when catering and running events: Veloute, Bechamel, and Hollandaise.

Why are potato chips not vegan? ›

Some of the most common ingredients that can make potato chips non-vegan include dairy products like milk, cheese, cream, and buttermilk. You should also be on the lookout for “Natural Flavors,” which may or may not be made using animal products.

What are the ingredients in Diana marinated artichokes? ›

Ingredients. Quartered Artichoke Hearts, Vegetable Oil (soybean Or Sunflower), Water, Vinegar, Salt, Spices, Citric And Ascorbic Acid. We do our best to be accurate with respect to the advertised ingredients, nutritional information, product images and descriptions listed on our app/website.

Are artichoke hearts a veggie? ›

An artichoke is a filling, nutrient-dense vegetable that can easily be added to your weekly meal plan. One medium artichoke has: Calories: 60.

What is the difference between canned and marinated artichoke hearts? ›

The jarred stuff is almost always marinated and, thus, flavorful; canned artichokes are flavorless and soggy. So go for glass. And then do this with them: Use them as a pizza topping.

Are marinated artichokes good for your gut? ›

Artichokes are a great source of fiber, which can help keep your digestive system healthy by promoting friendly gut bacteria, reducing your risk of certain bowel cancers, and alleviating constipation and diarrhea ( 20 , 21 ). Artichokes contain inulin, a type of fiber which acts as a prebiotic ( 22 ).

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