PICKLED GARLIC
Pickled Garlic is a flavorful addition to antipasto platters and salads, enhancing the taste of sauces and marinades with its tangy bite. This easy-to-make recipe preserves garlic cloves in a zesty brine, making them a versatile ingredient for various dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- In a pot, combine white vinegar, water, kosher salt, sugar, black peppercorns, bay leaf, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add peeled garlic cloves to the boiling brine. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes to slightly soften the garlic.
- Carefully transfer the garlic cloves and brine into a clean glass jar. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then seal the jar and refrigerate.
Nutrition
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg