Baked Garlic with Oregano
4 servings
30 minutes
Roasted garlic with oregano is a simple yet exquisite dish of Spanish cuisine that reveals the rich and sweet notes of garlic after long roasting. This cooking method softens its natural sharpness, turning cloves into a tender, creamy paste with a hint of oregano aroma. Spaniards appreciate it as a base for sauces, as a side to meat and fish, or simply spread on fresh bread. Historically, roasting garlic was used to enhance its flavor qualities and extend its shelf life. In this recipe, garlic gains caramelized depth while oregano adds a fresh herbal note, making the dish versatile in pairings. It can be served as a standalone treat or used in culinary experiments to impart a warm, rich aroma to dishes.
1
Preheat the oven to 160 degrees.
2
Peel the garlic and rub the heads with butter. Insert a sprig of oregano into each head, wrap each head in foil, and place on a small baking tray.
- Garlic: 4 heads
- Butter: 6 tablespoons
- Oregano: 4 stems
3
Bake for about 1.5 hours until soft. You can open the foil slightly in the middle of cooking and drizzle the heads with the melted oil and juice. Serve hot with the melted juices.
- Butter: 6 tablespoons