🌿 What Is Black Garlic
Black garlic is aged garlic that has been fermented in a controlled environment, transforming ordinary garlic into a soft, sweet, and umami-rich ingredient. Unlike raw garlic, black garlic has a chewy texture and a mellow flavor that complements a wide range of dishes.
🍯 Flavor & Texture
- Taste: Sweet, deep umami
- Texture: Soft, tender, easy to eat
- Aroma: Mellow and savory
This makes it ideal for snacking on its own or adding depth to sauces, dressings, pastas, and roasted vegetables.
📦 Product Features
- USDA Organic Certified
- 100% pure fermented garlic, no additives
- Non-GMO and tested for pesticides & heavy metals
- Ready-to-eat snack with natural umami flavor
🥢 Storage & Use
Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, refrigerate and consume within a reasonable time for best taste.
🍽 How to Enjoy
Learn how to cook with black garlic in our recipe:: How to Cook with Black Garlic: A Simple & Flavorful Black Garlic Chicken Recipe
Black garlic can be enjoyed straight from the jar, or used to enhance your favorite recipes:
1. Black Garlic Aioli
Ingredients:
- 4-5 cloves of black garlic
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Mash the black garlic cloves into a paste.
- Mix the black garlic paste with mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Use as a dip or spread for sandwiches.
2. Black Garlic and Mushroom Risotto
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 5-6 cloves black garlic, chopped
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the mushrooms and cook until tender.
- Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for a minute.
- Pour in the white wine and cook until absorbed.
- Gradually add the broth, one cup at a time, stirring frequently until the rice is cooked.
- Stir in the black garlic, Parmesan cheese, and butter.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Black Garlic Butter
Ingredients
- 100g unsalted butter, softened
- 4–6 cloves black garlic
- A pinch of sea salt (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- Chopped parsley or thyme (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the black garlic
Peel the black garlic cloves and finely chop or mash them into a paste using a fork. - Mix with butter
In a bowl, combine the softened butter and black garlic. Mix thoroughly until evenly incorporated. - Season lightly
Add a small pinch of sea salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in fresh herbs if desired. - Shape and chill
Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper, roll into a log, and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until firm. Slice and use as needed.
4. Black Garlic and Soy Sauce Glaze
Ingredients:
- 6-7 cloves black garlic, mashed
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions:
- Combine all the ingredients in a small saucepan.
- Simmer over low heat until slightly thickened.
- Use as a glaze for chicken, pork, or tofu.
