Description
This easy homemade garlic paste recipe shows you how to transform fresh garlic cloves into a smooth, flavorful paste perfect for enhancing any dish. With just garlic and a bit of oil, you can create a versatile ingredient that saves prep time and adds rich garlic flavor to your cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 lb. garlic (about 40-50 cloves)
- 1-2 Tbsp. oil (olive or avocado)
Instructions
- Separate the garlic cloves: Remove the garlic cloves from the bulb by placing the bulb on a flat surface and pressing the root end with the palm of your hand to loosen the cloves.
- Peel the garlic: Cut the root end off each clove, then peel away and discard the papery skin to reveal the fresh garlic cloves.
- Blend into a paste: Place the peeled garlic cloves into a large food processor along with the oil. Blend for 30-60 seconds, scraping down the sides every 10-15 seconds, until a smooth, creamy paste forms.
- Store properly: Transfer the garlic paste into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. Alternatively, freeze the paste to preserve it for up to 6 months.
Notes
- Use olive or avocado oil for best flavor and consistency, but any neutral oil will work.
- Scraping down the sides during blending helps achieve a consistent paste texture.
- Freezing the garlic paste in ice cube trays makes portioning easy later.
- Always use a clean spoon to scoop out garlic paste to prevent spoilage.
- Garlic paste can be used as a marinade base, in sauces, soups, or anywhere fresh garlic flavor is desired.
