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Pickled Garlic Recipe

Pickled Garlic Recipe: Tangy, Spicy, and Easy to Make


  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Pickled Garlic is a tangy, spicy, and savory condiment that’s easy to make at home. Perfect for adding bold flavor to sandwiches, salads, charcuterie boards, or as a zesty snack straight from the jar, this recipe is a viral favorite and a must-try for garlic lovers.


Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup peeled garlic cloves
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

  • Prepare the Pickling Liquid
    • In a medium saucepan, combine vinegar, water, sugar, salt, black peppercorns, red pepper flakes, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
  • Simmer the Garlic
    • Add peeled garlic cloves and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Cool the Mixture
    • Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  • Transfer to a Jar
    • Place garlic and liquid into a clean, airtight jar. Ensure garlic is fully submerged.
  • Refrigerate and Wait
    • Seal and refrigerate for at least 24 hours, or ideally 48–72 hours for best flavor.

Notes

  • Sterilize Jars: Boil jars and lids to extend shelf life.
  • Adjust Spice Level: Add or reduce red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Storage: Keep refrigerated and consume within 2–3 weeks.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Pickling
  • Cuisine: Global

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 clove
  • Calories: 10 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: <1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg