Garlic croutons
4 servings
30 minutes
Garlic croutons are a fragrant and crunchy addition to French soups and salads. Their history is rooted in traditional French cuisine, where nothing goes to waste, and even stale bread finds its place on the table. Fried in olive oil with garlic, it becomes rich, savory, and appetizing, perfectly complementing dishes with delicate textures. A light saltiness enhances the flavor, while the crispy crust makes it an essential element of gastronomic pleasure. These croutons can be added to cream soups for texture contrast, used in salads for a characteristic crunch, or simply enjoyed as a standalone snack. They are easy to prepare but possess the true charm of French cuisine.
1
Cut half of the loaf into medium cubes, removing the crust.
- Stale white bread: 0.5 piece
2
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add thinly sliced garlic. Sauté for about 50 seconds.
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves
3
Then add the bread pieces and fry, stirring, until golden brown for about 2 minutes.
- Stale white bread: 0.5 piece
4
Remove the garlic and salt the croutons.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Coarse salt: to taste