Learn the best practices for storing garlic, fresh and flavorful, for longer with simple tips and tricks.
Recipe Snapshot
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: Not specified
- Total time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 0
- Category: meal preparation
- Cuisine: Indian, Mediterranean, Mexican, Thai
Ingredients
- 1 head garlic
Method
How To Store Fresh Garlic?
- Whole Bulb: If you're storing entire garlic bulbs, keep them in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated cabinet and away from sunlight and moisture. The ideal temperature for storing garlic for longer is between 60-65°F (15-18°C).
- Individual, Unpeeled Cloves: If you happen to have a few extra cloves that you didn't use, keep them in the same cabinet with the whole bulbs of garlic and use them within a week or less. Make sure to keep them away from direct sunlight or moisture.
How To Store Peeled Garlic
- Peeled garlic cloves are a terrific method to prepare ahead of time, especially if you know you'll be cooking all week.
- Peel the thin, papery skin from the clove. The peeled cloves should be placed in an airtight container like a mason jar or plastic storage bag like a ziplock bag, sealed tightly, and kept in the refrigerator. Utilize within 5-7 days.
How To Store Garlic Paste?
- Garlic paste is one of the best ways to store garlic. All you gotta do is put a little garlic paste in a silicone ice cube tray and freeze for approximately 2 hours or until hard. Then transfer the frozen cubes to a freezer-safe ziplock storage bag, label the date, seal it tightly before freezing, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Kiyaan Singh’s Kitchen Note
Keep this recipe as a working base: cook once as written, then adjust spice, texture, and serving style for your own table.