Chinese Pickled Garlic
1 serving
30 minutes
Chinese pickled garlic is one of the most popular snack delicacies of the East. Its rich aroma, spicy sweet-salty note, and tender texture make it an ideal complement to meat and vegetable dishes. This recipe has roots in traditional Chinese cuisine, where pickled products are valued for their ability to enhance flavor and add depth to food. Garlic soaked in soy sauce becomes soft while retaining its natural spiciness. It is consumed as a standalone snack or added to hot dishes, noodles, and even sauces. After 7-10 days of pickling, it reveals a full palette of flavors, becoming a gastronomic delight enjoyed by Chinese gourmets for centuries.
1
Boil water and let it cool.
2
Clean and wash the garlic
3
Pour water into a liter jar (about a little more than half full).
- Water: 500 ml
4
Add soy sauce and sprinkle salt to taste.
- Soy sauce: 200 ml
5
Put all the peeled garlic cloves in and close the lid tightly.
- Garlic: 3 heads
6
Place in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.