Persian Sugar Pickled Garlic
Discover the bold and irresistible flavors of Persian Sugar Pickled Garlic, a tantalizing twist on traditional pickling that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. This aromatic recipe combines tender garlic cloves with a sweet and tangy brine made from white vinegar, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt, with optional turmeric for a vibrant golden hue. Ready in just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this pickled garlic transforms into a fragrant, subtly spiced condiment after a month of aging, making it the perfect accompaniment to salads, charcuterie boards, or classic Persian dishes. With its long shelf life and irresistible flavor, this Persian specialty is a must-try for home cooks and food enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Garlic
- 500 milliliters White vinegar
- 250 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 250 milliliters Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Turmeric (optional, for color)
Instructions
Peel the garlic cloves and remove any bruised or discolored portions. Rinse them under cold water and set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, and salt. If using turmeric, add it at this stage for a golden hue.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved. Bring the brine to a gentle simmer, then turn off the heat.
Sterilize a glass jar (approximately 1 liter capacity) by boiling it in water for 10 minutes or washing it in very hot, soapy water and letting it dry completely.
Pack the garlic cloves into the sterilized jar, leaving about 2 cm of headspace at the top.
Pour the hot brine over the garlic cloves, ensuring the garlic is fully submerged. Gently tap the jar to release any air bubbles, then seal it tightly with a lid.
Allow the jar to cool to room temperature before storing it in a cool, dark place. The pickled garlic is best consumed after aging for at least 1 month to develop its flavors.
Once opened, store the jar in the refrigerator. The pickled garlic can be enjoyed as a condiment, in salads, or alongside Persian dishes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2463 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 391.9 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.2 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 957 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2399 mg | 51% | |
*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.
