Dried Garlic Chopped Flakes - 500g

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Dig your garlic when the soil is dry. This means no watering for several days (at least a week) prior to harvesting. A warm day is a good time to harvest your garlic. If dehydrating garlic for use in cooked foods, mince the garlic with a sharp knife. If you are dehydrating it for the purpose of grinding it into garlic powder, cut the cloves into thin slices. Wait for one to two months for the garlic to completely dry. By the second month, the leaves would have turned brown and papery and the roots already shriveled and stiff. Note that larger cloves need longer to complete the curing process. Elephant garlic, for example, will take at least four weeks. Depending on the climate and size, it can take up to two months until the garlic is cured.

Step 2. Arrange. Arrange the minced/sliced garlic in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet or line your cookie sheet with a jerky mat to elevate it and allow for a bit more airflow. PRO TIP: If you want to have the freshest garlic powder year round, I recommend grinding just enough that you will use in 2 months. Leave the remaining dried garlic whole until needed. Then take out the spice grinder and grind in small batches throughout the year. Different Ways to Dehydrate Garlic Making Dehydrated Garlic Flakes Sprinkle the smaller minced pieces in or over bread and other savory baked goods– like bagels, buns, or breads – like these Simple Homemade Multigrain Bread Recipe or Whole Wheat Bread.

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With the right equipment, the dehydration process is one of the easiest ways to preserve fresh produce. Dehydrating is the process of removing all excess moisture, at a constant, low temperature, from the fresh produce While you can totally dehydrate citrus in the oven, I find a simple dehydrator is super easy to use and gives a tasty, consistent result. A lot of garlic. If you are going to dehydrate garlic, you may as well make it worthwhile and completely fill up your dehydrator. Overall, freeze dried garlic is a convenient and nutritious alternative to fresh garlic that is easy to use and has a long shelf life. In the next section, we’ll explore how to prepare freeze dried garlic for use in your cooking. Preparing Freeze Dried Garlic Proper Storage of Freeze Dried Garlic

Peel. Slice the root end of each clove and peel all of the outer coatings off until you are left with a clean, creamy coloured clove. Remove any blemished/browned bits on the cloves before setting aside. Finely mince your garlic using a sharp kitchen knife or a chopper. Once the garlic flakes have been conditioned, transfer to long term storage or use in your favorite recipes. Chop and freeze if you are not ready to dehydrate yet! (This is why my garlic has more of a yellow hue- still equally as tasty) Whether you are making sauces, soups, dips, dressings, stew, stir-fry, curry, or flavored oils, garlic adds a big punch of flavor to all types of savory dishes. Fresh garlic is pungent and needs to be used in small amounts.Freeze dried garlic retains most of the nutritional value of fresh garlic, including vitamins C and B6, manganese, and selenium. Additionally, freeze dried garlic contains a compound called allicin, which is responsible for many of its health benefits, such as boosting the immune system and reducing blood pressure. Another benefit of freeze dried garlic is its nutritional value. Garlic is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, and selenium. Freeze dried garlic retains most of these nutrients, making it a healthy addition to your meals. Importance of Knowing How to Use Freeze Dried Garlic Properly Add a burst of flavor to your dishes with freeze dried garlic A great use for dehydrated garlic is garlic powder. To make your dried garlic into garlic powder, simply run the mince or slices through your blender, spice grinder, or mortar and pestle.