Simple Pickled Garlic Recipe
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 3 cups
Description:
This simple pickled garlic recipe, shared by request and sourced from www.recipegoldmine.com, offers a quick and easy way to infuse your kitchen with the enticing aroma of garlic. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes (excluding peeling the cloves), this recipe promises a burst of flavor and versatility that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Plus, it’s low in cholesterol, making it a healthy choice for any meal. Pro tip: You can streamline the process by purchasing pre-peeled garlic cloves from stores like Costco or Sam’s Club.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups garlic cloves, peeled and halved if large
- 1 1/2 cups white distilled vinegar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/16 to 1/8 teaspoon alum (for crispier pickles)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon crushed red peppercorns (for added spice)
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Peel the garlic cloves, ensuring to halve them lengthwise if they’re large. |
| 2 | In a non-reactive saucepan, combine the white distilled vinegar, granulated sugar, and salt. |
| 3 | Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring continuously until the sugar completely dissolves. |
| 4 | Add the peeled garlic cloves to the boiling mixture. Cook over high heat, uncovered, for about 1 minute, stirring occasionally. |
| 5 | Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool down. |
| 6 | Transfer the pickled garlic to a tightly covered jar or container, ensuring it’s airtight. |
| 7 | Store the pickled garlic in the refrigerator for at least 3 months to allow the flavors to develop. |
| 8 | For those who prefer a crisper and slightly spicier pickled garlic, consider adding 1/16 to 1/8 teaspoon alum and 1/2 teaspoon crushed red peppercorns to the mixture before storing. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 353.7
- Fat: 0.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 413.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 78.5g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 34.7g
- Protein: 8.7g
Keywords:
Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Less Than 15 Minutes, Refrigerator, Easy
Recipe Notes:
- This pickled garlic recipe offers a versatile addition to salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes, and more.
- Experiment with different spices and herbs to customize the flavor profile to your liking.
- Ensure that the jar or container used for storing the pickled garlic is thoroughly cleaned and airtight to maintain freshness.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness or acidity of the pickling solution to suit your taste preferences.
