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Preparation
2 hours
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Difficulty
Easy
Pickled green garlic is an attractive side dish, crunchy and harmoniously sweet and sour, enhancing the meal’s flavor. If you are looking for a simple way to make this dish while ensuring success, join TasteVN into the kitchen to explore and follow this recipe.
Ingredients for Pickled Green Garlic For 1kg of garlic
Garlic 1 kg Cooking vinegar 700 ml Salt 3 tablespoons Sugar 200 gr Filtered water 700 ml
How to choose garlic
- Choose fresh, intact garlic with a dry outer skin that is not moldy or damaged. Garlic that is not scratched or spoiled will help ensure the quality of the pickled garlic after completion, preventing spoilage during storage.
- The garlic cloves should be uniform, firm, and not dry or wilted. Fresh and firm garlic cloves will help the pickled garlic maintain its crispness and not become mushy when soaked for a long time.
- Avoid choosing garlic with green sprouts as they diminish the flavor and color when pickling. Garlic with sprouts not only affects crispness but also makes the garlic taste bitter, unlike fresh garlic.
- Choose freshly harvested garlic that is bright white and not too soft, helping the pickled garlic to be more delicious and crispy. Fresh garlic will ensure high quality, without wilting or losing moisture, providing the best results for the pickling process.
- Fresh garlic has a distinctive aroma and does not have a strange or foul smell. If the garlic has an unusual or foul smell, it may be spoiled and should not be used for pickling as it will affect the quality of the dish.
- Kims Cook Pot with a diameter of 24 cm, suitable for boiling chicken, cooking soups, and hotpots for a family of 4 – 5 people. Made from high-quality A3003 aluminum combined with stainless steel 430, the pot has quick and efficient heating capabilities.
- The inner pot is coated with a Ceramic non-stick layer that withstands up to 450 degrees Celsius, making it easy for you to prepare dishes without worrying about food sticking, and it is easy to clean after use.
How to prepare Green Garlic
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Prepare the garlic
You peel the garlic, cut off the stem and any damaged parts of the garlic cloves (if any). Then, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of salt on the garlic and squeeze it hard with your hands to reduce the bitterness. Marinate the garlic for about 20 – 30 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water 2 – 3 times to ensure all salt and impurities are removed.
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Cook the soaking solution
You add white vinegar, sugar, 2 tablespoons of salt, and 700ml of filtered water into a large pot. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved, then boil the mixture for 8 – 10 minutes.
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Soaking Green Garlic
You place the prepared garlic into clean glass jars. Next, pour lightly boiling vinegar over the jars until the garlic is submerged. Seal the jars tightly and store them in a cool place. After one day, the garlic will turn green. The longer you let it sit, the deeper and more beautiful the green color of the garlic will become.
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Final Product
The soaked garlic after completion has an eye-catching green color, crunchy cloves, and a sweet and sour taste that is characteristic of pickled dishes. To preserve, you can keep the jar of garlic in a cool place or in the refrigerator’s vegetable compartment to maintain freshness for a longer time.
Some benefits that green garlic brings
- Boosts the immune system: Green garlic contains allicin, which helps enhance immunity and fight against pathogens.
- Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial: Green garlic has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, helping to reduce symptoms of infections, especially respiratory infections.
- Good for cardiovascular health: Green garlic may help reduce bad cholesterol and blood pressure, supporting heart health.
- Improves digestion: Green garlic helps stimulate digestion, cleanse the intestines, and prevent constipation.
- Antioxidant: Green garlic contains many antioxidants, helping to prevent aging and protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.
- Reduces cancer risk: Research shows that green garlic may help lower the risk of certain types of cancer due to its ability to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
- Enhances skin health: With its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, green garlic also has beautifying effects on the skin, reducing acne and skin problems.
After reading this article, you should try following the recipe for marinated green garlic from Dien May XANH. Wishing you success on your first attempt.
