Grilled Artichokes 4 large artichokes 4 lemons 1/4 cup olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper Place artichokes, juice from 2 lemons, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and fill pot with enough cold water to cover the artichokes. Boil for 30 to 35 minutes or until tender. Remove artichokes from pot and let cool. Preheat grill. When artichokes have cooled, slice in half lengthwise and remove the choke. Brush each half with the remaining oil, and squeeze lemon juice over each half. Season with salt and pepper and grill cut-side down for a few minutes. Turn over and grill an additional minute. Drizzle with lemon juice before serving.