Many of my dishes contain “garlic puree”.  I usually make a big batch and store it in an airtight jar in the fridge.  While buying garlic puree, garlic paste and other ready-made garlic products may seem easier and can certainly be used, there is no real substitute for the intense flavour of using fresh garlic without any preservatives.

Ingredients:

Small Quantity:

  • ¼ cup peeled garlic (10 to 12 garlic cloves)
  • 2 tbsp water

Large Quantity:

  • 250 gram package peeled garlic
  • ¼ cup water

 

Directions:

  1. Place the peeled garlic and water into a blender and puree. Depending on the garlic and the type of blender, you may require more water to properly puree the mixture.  Add 1 additional teaspoon of water at a time to puree the garlic, if necessary until the texture is smooth.

 

  1. Store the garlic puree in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three weeks and use in your recipes as needed.