Marinated Garlic

Transform ordinary garlic into a gourmet delight with this quick and flavorful Marinated Garlic recipe! Featuring tender, blanched garlic cloves infused in a luscious olive oil bath with a medley of aromatic herbs like oregano, thyme, and bay leaves, plus a touch of tangy white vinegar and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, this recipe is a must-try for garlic enthusiasts. Perfect as a versatile condiment, these savory cloves pair beautifully with crusty bread, roasted vegetables, pastas, or charcuterie boards. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short marinating time in your fridge, this recipe delivers big, bold flavor in every bite. Plus, its longer shelf life makes it a fantastic make-ahead option for entertaining or everyday cooking. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your meals with the irresistible flavors of homemade marinated garlic!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 250 grams Fresh garlic cloves
• 300 milliliters Olive oil
• 50 milliliters White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 Bay leaves

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic cloves. To make peeling easier, gently smash each clove with the flat side of a knife or lightly blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds.

Step 2

Place the peeled garlic cloves in a small saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat and blanch the garlic for 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Combine olive oil, white vinegar, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black peppercorns, red pepper flakes, and bay leaves in a medium saucepan. Heat the mixture over low-medium heat until it is just warm, but do not let it boil. This should take about 3–4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the blanched garlic cloves to the warm oil mixture and stir gently to coat the garlic in the herbs and spices.

Step 5

Transfer the garlic and the infused oil mixture to a clean, sterilized glass jar. Make sure the garlic cloves are fully submerged in the oil. If needed, add additional olive oil to cover them completely.

Step 6

Seal the jar tightly and let the marinated garlic rest in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, let it sit for 3–5 days before using.

Step 7

Store the marinated garlic in the refrigerator and use within 2 weeks. Always ensure that the garlic remains submerged in oil to prevent spoilage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	596.5 grams (596.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2917

Total Fat 284.60g	365%
Saturated Fat 44.10g	221%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2451mg	107%
Total Carbohydrate 87.60g	32%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 0.10g
Protein 17.30g	35%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 462mg	36%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 1124mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.9%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 11.8%