How to Pickle Garlic (Easy Refrigerator Pickled Garlic Recipe)
This easy pickled garlic recipe preserves fresh garlic cloves in a tangy vinegar brine seasoned with spices. Stored in the refrigerator, the cloves mellow and develop a sweet, tangy flavor that’s perfect for sandwiches, charcuterie boards, and any recipe that uses regular garlic.
Ingredients
- 4 cups garlic cloves (about 1¼–1½ pounds garlic)
- 2 cups white vinegar 5% acidity
- 1/2 cup cane sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon canning salt
- 1 teaspoon pickling spices optional for flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for flavor
Instructions
Prepare the Garlic:
- Remove the garlic cloves from the bulb, trim off the root end, peel, and measure 4 cups of peeled garlic.
Make the Pickling Brine:
- Add the vinegar, sugar, salt, and spices to a medium pot. While stirring, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, and boil for 1 minute.
- Add the prepared garlic and warm for an additional 1 minute, then remove the pot from the heat and let it cool briefly.
Fill the Jars:
- Use a slotted spoon to pack the garlic into the jar. Ladle the hot brine over the garlic, covering the cloves completely with the liquid.
- Cover the jars and let them cool at room temperature for about an hour. Then, transfer to the refrigerator.
Store in the Fridge:
- Place the jars in the refrigerator and let the flavors develop for about 1 week before using. Shake or stir the jars occasionally during the first few days to help distribute the spices.
- For the best quality, enjoy the pickled garlic within 3 to 4 months. If any mold or yeast growth develops, discard the garlic and liquid.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ounceCalories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gSodium: 240mgSugar: 9g
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