Storing Fresh Garlic
Unlock the secret to extending the life of your fresh garlic with this easy and effective method for storing garlic at home. This simple technique ensures your garlic bulbs stay firm, flavorful, and ready to use for months. By avoiding moisture, using breathable storage like paper bags or mesh bags, and keeping the bulbs in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, you'll preserve their natural potency and prevent spoilage. Perfect for pantry storage or countertop convenience, this method is a must-know kitchen hack for any garlic lover. Say goodbye to wasted garlic and hello to fresh, aromatic cloves whenever you need them!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 bulbs Fresh garlic bulbs
- 1 piece Paper bags or mesh bags
- 1 location Cool, dry storage area
Instructions
Inspect the garlic bulbs and ensure that they are firm, with dry and intact outer skins. Avoid storing garlic with visible mold or soft spots.
Remove any excess dirt on the garlic bulbs by gently brushing them off. Do not wash the garlic, as moisture promotes rot.
Place the garlic bulbs in a paper bag or mesh bag. These materials allow for proper air circulation, which prevents moisture buildup.
Store the garlic in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated storage area. Ideal locations include a pantry, cellar, or kitchen countertop away from direct sunlight.
Check the garlic periodically to ensure none of the cloves have spoiled. Remove any cloves that show signs of mold or softening to prevent the rot from spreading.
Use the garlic as needed, and replace the stock once you are running low. Properly stored garlic can last for several months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 42 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1002 mg | 21% | |
*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.
