How to Use
Discover the versatility of black garlic in the kitchen. From simple spreads to advanced culinary creations.
Three Ways to Use
As Flavor Enhancer
- - Puree and use as base for marinades
- - Mix into sauces, dressings and dips
- - Add to soups and stews for depth
Direct Use
- - Spread on bread or crackers
- - Top on pizzas for unique flavor
- - Add to cheese boards
In Combination With
- - Meat: Perfect with beef, lamb or poultry
- - Vegetables: Roast together with vegetables
- - Soups & Sauces: Adds depth to creamy soups, tomato soup, cream sauces, and gravy
Perfect Pairings
Meat
Perfect with beef, lamb or poultry. Use in marinades or rub directly on meat before roasting.
Vegetables
Roast vegetables with black garlic for a rich, sweet flavor. Great with potatoes, carrots and broccoli.
Soups & Sauces
Adds depth to creamy soups, tomato soup, cream sauces, and gravy. Enhances every sauce with a richer, fuller flavor.
Pasta
Mix into pasta for a rich umami flavor. Combine with olive oil and parmesan for a simple but delicious dish.
Cheese
Excellent on cheese boards. Goes well with brie, goat cheese and aged cheeses. The sweet flavor balances salty cheeses.
Bread & Dips
Create unique dips like hummus, aioli, or black garlic butter. Delicious on bread, focaccia, and flatbreads.
Recipe Ideas
Black Garlic Spread
Ingredients:
- -5-6 cloves black garlic
- -100g cream cheese or butter
- -Pinch of salt and pepper
Puree all ingredients into a smooth paste. Perfect on toast or crackers!
Balsamic Dressing
Ingredients:
- -3 cloves black garlic
- -3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- -6 tbsp olive oil
- -1 tsp honey
Blend all ingredients in a blender. Delicious over salads!
Garlic Butter
Ingredients:
- -4-5 cloves black garlic
- -125g soft butter
- -Fresh parsley, chopped
Mix everything and roll in plastic wrap. Perfect with steak and grilled vegetables!
Storage and Usage Tips
Storage
- - Store cool and dark (not necessarily in the fridge)
- - In airtight packaging
- - Shelf life: 6-12 months
Usage
- - 1-2 cloves per day are sufficient
- - Can be eaten raw or cooked
- - Can be used at any time of day
Pro Tip:
Make a large batch of black garlic butter or spread and freeze it in small portions. That way, you’ll always have a flavorful ingredient on hand that you can use quickly. Convenient, time-saving, and wonderfully versatile!
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