Caramelized Garlic and Garlic Oil
Transform your cooking with this luxurious Caramelized Garlic and Garlic Oil recipe, a must-have for garlic lovers seeking bold, versatile flavors. Slow-simmered to golden perfection, whole garlic bulbs release their natural sweetness and rich, buttery texture, while infusing olive oil with a deep, aromatic essence. This recipe not only yields soft, spreadable caramelized garlic cloves perfect for bread or savory dishes but also a velvety garlic-infused oil ideal for drizzling over salads, pastas, roasted vegetables, and grilled meats. With just three simple ingredients—garlic, olive oil, and a touch of salt—you'll create two essential culinary staples that elevate any meal. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this recipe is a breeze to make, and both the garlic and oil can be stored for up to two weeks—ideal for meal prepping and enhancing dishes on a whim!
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Ingredients
- 4 whole Garlic bulbs
- 1.5 cups Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
Directions
Step 1
Remove the outer papery skin from the garlic bulbs, leaving the cloves intact in their skins. Slice off the top 1/4 inch of each bulb to expose the garlic cloves inside.
Step 2
Place the garlic bulbs in a heavy-bottomed saucepan or small Dutch oven in a single layer, cut side up.
Step 3
Pour the olive oil into the saucepan, ensuring the garlic bulbs are almost completely submerged in the oil.
Step 4
Sprinkle the salt over the garlic and oil.
Step 5
Set the saucepan over low heat and bring the oil to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to maintain a low simmer, ensuring the oil does not boil. This process should take 5-10 minutes to bring to temperature.
Step 6
Allow the garlic to cook gently for 35-40 minutes until the cloves are golden brown and soft enough to be pierced easily with a fork.
Step 7
Once caramelized, carefully remove the garlic bulbs from the oil using tongs and transfer them to a plate to cool slightly. Remove the cooked garlic cloves by squeezing the base of each clove; the soft caramelized garlic will easily pop out of the skin.
Step 8
Strain the oil through a fine mesh sieve into a clean, heat-safe container to remove any solids, if desired. Allow the garlic oil to cool completely before sealing it in an airtight container.
Step 9
Store the caramelized garlic in a separate airtight container. Both the garlic and garlic oil can be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
Step 10
Use the caramelized garlic as a spread on bread or as a flavorful addition to recipes, and drizzle the garlic oil over salads, pasta, vegetables, or grilled proteins for an aromatic burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (539g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3290.7 |
| Total Fat 336g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 31.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1253.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 66.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 13.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 336.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 803.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories