Use
kitchen shears to cut off tips or artichoke leaves and cut off stem. Use a
serrated knife to cut artichoke in half. Place prepared artichokes in a pot to fit. Artichokes should be ‘standing’ in pot. Add 2 inches of water to pot, lemon juice and salt. Bring water to boil, cover, lower heat to medium. Allow artichokes to steam for 40-50 minutes making sure to refill as water evaporates. Simmer until artichoke leaves can be plucked easily. Prepare grill and turn to medium heat (375 degrees). Remove artichokes from water. Use a paper towel to absorb excess water. Use a spoon to scoop out the spiny center of the artichoke, brush the cut side of the artichoke with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and herbs de Provence. Place on grill cut side down, cook for 6-8 minutes or until nice grill marks form. Serve with melted butter or garlic aioli.