Iranian Sugar Pickled Garlic
Discover the ancient art of Iranian Sugar Pickled Garlic, a unique and aromatic delicacy that brings together tangy apple cider vinegar, sweet granulated sugar, and warm spices like bay leaves, cloves, and peppercorns. This recipe transforms whole garlic bulbs into tender, flavorful morsels with a mellow, slightly caramelized taste that’s perfect for enhancing charcuterie boards, sandwiches, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Requiring minimal prep and a simple brine, this easy pickling method allows the garlic to develop its rich, complex flavor over a few months, making it an ideal pantry staple or edible gift. Whether you're a pickling enthusiast or a fan of bold condiments, this traditional Persian-inspired recipe is a must-try! Keywords: Iranian pickled garlic, sugar pickled garlic, Persian garlic condiment, easy garlic pickling recipe, garlic preserves.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 whole Garlic bulbs
- 1000 ml Apple cider vinegar
- 250 ml Water
- 300 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Salt
- 3 whole Bay leaves
- 2 teaspoons Black peppercorns
- 5 whole Cloves
Instructions
Peel the outer layers of the garlic bulbs, leaving the individual cloves intact and with their skins. Trim the root end slightly, being careful not to separate the cloves.
In a pot, combine apple cider vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt completely.
Carefully pack the garlic bulbs into sterilized glass jars, ensuring the bulbs are tightly packed but not crushed.
Add a bay leaf, a few peppercorns, and one clove to each jar for additional flavor.
Pour the hot vinegar mixture over the garlic in the jars, ensuring the garlic is completely submerged. Leave about half an inch of headspace at the top of each jar.
Seal the jars tightly with sterilized lids and let them cool to room temperature.
Store the jars in a cool, dark place for at least 1 month (preferably 2–3 months) to allow the garlic to pickle and mellow in flavor.
Once opened, keep the jar refrigerated and consume within 6–8 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.7 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14413 mg | 627% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 487.2 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 304.1 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1019 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 2910 mg | 62% | |
*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.
