Garlic
Allium sativum
Raw IngredientEssence
The stinking rose. Pungent raw, sweet when roasted, transformative everywhere. Garlic is the ingredient that makes cooks of us all — a clove or two changes everything.
Nutrition Facts per 100g (standard reference)
Source: USDA FoodData Central (approximate per 100g)
History & Origin
Varieties
Softneck
Most common, good storage
Hardneck
More complex flavor, produces scapes
Elephant Garlic
Milder, actually a leek relative
Black Garlic
Fermented, sweet, umami-rich
Cooking Methods
Mince
Fine chop for maximum flavor distribution
2 minRoast Whole
Cut top off head, oil, wrap in foil, oven until spreadable
40 minConfit
Slow-cook in oil until golden and sweet
45 minRaw
Grated or pressed for maximum pungency
ImmediateWhere It's Used
Recipes Using Garlic
만두
South Korean
보쌈
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쌈밥
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잡채
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잡채
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갈비탕
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감자탕
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꽃게장
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녹두전
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닭갈비
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닭곰탕
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두부밥
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떡볶이
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불고기
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비빔밥
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삼계탕
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어묵탕
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김치찌개
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된장찌개
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송어구이
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양념치킨
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콩나물국
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평양만두
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평양온반
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