Instant Pot Artichokes

Directions

1. 1
   Clean artichokes. Rinse under water, cut leaf tips off, remove top 3/4-1 inch of artichoke, remove any excess small leaves, cut stem.
2. 2
   In an Instant Pot add trivet (optional) and pour in water and add aromatics (pickling spice, lemon, garlic, shallot).
3. 3
   Add cleaned artichokes, stem up, into Instant Pot
4. 4
   Secure lid into sealing position
5. 5
   Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Turn knob to 'venting' when the timer goes off and perform a quick release. Check artichokes for doneness by poking a knife into the stem, if it easily cuts, the artichokes are done. If not, secure the lid again and cook for an additional 5 minutes (cook time depends on how big the artichokes are.)
6. 6
   Remove artichokes with tongs (they will be hot) put on a plate and serve.