preserving garlic
Preserving garlic by pickling is an easy and effective way to keep fresh garlic on hand year-round. This simple recipe uses distilled vinegar to pickle peeled garlic cloves, ensuring crispness and flavor preservation.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 100 cloves garlic cloves peeled and cleaned
- 8 cups distilled vinegar
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Break apart garlic heads and peel the cloves. Place peeled cloves in a bowl of water and scrub gently to remove dirt. Rinse well using a strainer.
- Trim any brown spots from cloves with a small paring knife, then rinse again.
- Bring vinegar to a boil in a large pot. Place cleaned garlic cloves into small jars.
- Pour the boiling vinegar over the garlic in jars and screw lids on tightly.
- Let jars cool to room temperature on the counter overnight. Store in refrigerator for up to one year.
Notes
This preserved garlic is perfect for adding to dishes year-round. Leftover vinegar can be used in cooking for additional flavor.