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How to Roast Garlic in the Oven

How to Roast Garlic in the Oven

Learn how to roast garlic in the oven for a caramelized, sweet, nutty, buttery smooth treat to enhance various dishes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer, Condiment, DIYs, Side
Cuisine European
Servings 2 heads
Calories 20 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • Tin foil

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 whole garlic head
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions
 

Method 1: Whole Roasted Garlic

  • Preheat the oven to 400ºF/200ºC.
  • Slice the garlic head in half across the middle and place both halves onto a large piece of foil.
  • Drizzle the raw garlic with olive oil and lightly brush/rub it into the garlic cloves.
  • Seal the tin foil around the pieces to create a little 'parcel.'
  • Roast in the oven for about 30 minutes until golden color and super-soft to touch.
  • Optionally unwrap the foil for the final five minutes to allow it to darken and caramelize further.
  • Allow the garlic to cool enough to touch and squeeze the cloves out.

Method 2: How to roast garlic cloves

  • Place the unpeeled cloves in a tin foil packet, drizzled with a bit of olive oil, and roast until tender.
  • Check the garlic cloves at the 15-minute mark, returning to the oven if needed.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for 3-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Optionally using fresh herbs or butter can enhance flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1headCalories: 20kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Garlic Preparation, Garlic Recipes, How to Roast Garlic in the Oven, Oven Roasted Garlic, Roasted Garlic Cloves, Whole Roasted Garlic
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