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Kittencal’s Do-Ahead Garlic Recipe
Description:
Are you a garlic enthusiast? If so, this recipe is tailor-made for you! Say goodbye to the hassle of peeling and chopping garlic every time you cook. With this method, you’ll have minced garlic readily available whenever you need it, stored conveniently in your freezer. It’s a game-changer for garlic lovers! 🧄
Recipe Category: Vegan
Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Freezer, Easy
Ingredients:
- 4-5 large garlic heads 🧄🧄🧄🧄🧄
- Olive oil (enough to bind the minced garlic) 🫒
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 357.6
- Fat Content: 1.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 40.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 79.3g
- Fiber Content: 5g
- Sugar Content: 2.4g
- Protein Content: 15.3g
Total Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: Not applicable
Yield: 1/2 cup of minced garlic 🥣
Instructions:
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Separate Garlic Bulbs: Begin by separating the garlic bulbs into individual cloves.
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Peel Off Skins: Peel the skin off each clove of garlic. This step ensures that you get pure, flavorful minced garlic without any unwanted bits.
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Mince the Garlic: Using a food processor, chop the garlic cloves until they are finely minced. This process helps to evenly distribute the garlic flavor in your dishes.
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Combine with Oil: Transfer the minced garlic into a glass bowl. Add approximately 2 tablespoons of olive oil, or enough oil to bind the minced garlic together. Mix thoroughly until the minced garlic is evenly coated with oil. This step not only helps to preserve the garlic but also enhances its flavor.
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Fill Ice Trays: Using a spoon, carefully divide the minced garlic mixture between each hole in the ice cube tray. Press down gently with the back of the spoon to compact the garlic mixture and fill up each hole as desired.
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Freeze: Place the filled ice cube tray in the freezer and allow the minced garlic to freeze completely. This usually takes a few hours.
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Transfer to Freezer Bag: Once the minced garlic cubes are frozen solid, pop them out of the trays and transfer them into a labeled freezer bag. This makes it easy to store and access the minced garlic whenever you need it.
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Thawing: To use the frozen garlic, simply take out a cube and microwave it for 15-20 seconds until thawed. Alternatively, you can let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
Note: This method can be scaled up or down depending on your needs. Feel free to adjust the quantity of garlic and oil according to your preferences. Additionally, consider using dedicated ice cube trays for garlic to avoid transferring any strong garlic aroma to other ice cubes.
With this convenient method, you’ll always have fresh minced garlic on hand to elevate your favorite recipes. Enjoy the convenience and flavor boost that this make-ahead garlic provides! 🌟
