Fried Garlic
4 servings
5 minutes
Roasted garlic is a true gem of European cuisine, with a rich, sweet flavor and subtle caramel notes. Baking makes it soft and tender, removing sharpness and revealing depth of aroma. This simple yet elegant ingredient is used in sauces, pastas, soups, and as a gourmet spread on fresh bread. The tradition of roasting garlic is believed to have originated in medieval Europe when cooks sought ways to soften its taste. Today, roasted garlic remains a versatile component that adds warmth and sophistication to dishes.
1
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
2
Clean the heads from the outer skin, leaving only the skin on the cloves without damaging the integrity of the head. Use a sharp knife to cut the tip of the head, removing a slight upper part from the cloves.
- Garlic: 2 heads
3
Place the heads on a baking sheet (it's easiest to roast garlic in a muffin tin) and drizzle with olive oil. Wrap each in foil and bake for 30-35 minutes or until soft (to check, press on the head).
- Garlic: 2 heads
- Olive oil: 2 teaspoons