Grilled Artichokes With Thai Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 large artichokes
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup red wine
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup cream cheese
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger

Preparation

In a bowl, place all ingredients for peanut butter Thai saucen(last 8 ingredients). Mix well to thoroughly combine. Set aside in a covered container.
Rinse artichokes in cold water, cut the tips off the top and trim the stem so it sits flat.
Steam or boil artichokes until petal are soft (about 30-40 minutes). Remove from heat and allow to cool, then cut each artichoke in half length-wise.
Place artichoke halves in a container. Add all other ingredients except for peanut mixture. Gently mix to thoroughly mix and coat artichokes. Marinate for 6-8 hours in the refrigerator.
When ready to serve, cook artichoke halves over charcoal grill until lightly brown on both sides.
Plate each artichoke half on an individual plate and serve with reserved sauce.