How to make the tastiest garlic powder: the trick for an intense and tasty flavor

Homemade garlic powder is an irreplaceable ingredient in the kitchen: fragrant, intense and 100% natural, it gives character to many recipes without the additives of industrial versions. Preparing it is very easy and the result is surprising: a rich, authentic and persistent aroma that will make your dishes truly irresistible.

Ingredients

Fresh garlic (preferably Italian and organic)
(Optional) A pinch of coarse salt

Method

1. Peel the garlic

Choose healthy, dry, and spot-free garlic heads. Peel the wedges and cut them into thin slices. The more uniform the slices, the more evenly they will dry.

2. Slow drying

Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with baking paper or on a wire rack. You can dry them in three ways:

Convection oven at low temperature (50-60°C) for about 2-3 hours, leaving the door slightly open to let the moisture out.
Dryer: This is the best method. Let it dry for 8-12 hours at 50°C.
In the sun: in summer, you can dry garlic slices in the open air, covered with cheesecloth, for 2-3 days.

The slices are ready when they become completely dry and crispy to the touch.

3. Blending

Place the dried slices in a power blender or spice grinder. Blend until you get a fine powder. If you want to enhance the taste even more, you can add a pinch of coarse salt before blending.

4. Storage

Pour the powder into an airtight glass jar. Store it in a cool, dry place away from light. It lasts up to 1 year, but the scent will be so good that it will end much sooner!

How to use it

In sautés to enhance the flavor of vegetables
In meat, fish and legume dishes
In sauces, dressings and marinades
Even in homemade bread or in savory baked recipes

For an even more aromatic version, you can lightly toast the dried slices in a non-stick pan for 1-2 minutes before blending them: they will give off an even stronger aroma.

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