How to Peel a Head of Garlic in Less Than 10 Seconds
Master the art of peeling garlic in record time with this ingenious, mess-free method to peel a head of garlic in less than 10 seconds! This simple kitchen hack requires just a head of garlic and a large mixing bowl with a lid (or two identical bowls) to effortlessly separate the cloves from their skins. Say goodbye to sticky fingers and tedious peeling—this technique uses vigorous shaking to do all the hard work for you. Perfect for busy cooks, this time-saving trick is ideal for meal prep, pasta sauces, marinades, or any recipe requiring fresh garlic. Elevate your cooking efficiency and make peeling garlic a breeze!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Head of garlic
- 1 piece Large mixing bowl with a fitting lid (or two bowls of the same size)
Instructions
1. Separate the head of garlic by lightly pressing or twisting it against the countertop to loosen the cloves.
2. Transfer the separated garlic cloves into a large mixing bowl with a tightly fitting lid, or use two bowls of the same size by placing them together to form a sealed compartment.
3. Securely cover the mixing bowl with the lid or place the second bowl over the first with the cloves inside, creating a closed container.
4. Shake the container vigorously for 10-15 seconds to loosen the garlic skins. Ensure you hold the bowls firmly to prevent spilling.
5. Open the container to reveal the peeled garlic cloves. Discard the loose garlic skins.
6. Rinse the peeled garlic cloves if necessary and use them as desired in your recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 401 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
