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Dried garlic

Also Known As : Dehydrated garlic, Dried lehsun
Technical Name : Allium sativum
Can Eat 4

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a strong pungent flavor.

Usage Tips

  1. Dried garlic can be used in soups, stews, meats, and pastas.
  2. It can also be used frequently in baked goods like pizza.

Common names and forms

  1. Hygienically Dehydrated Garlic

Description

Dried garlic is a garlic that has been dehydrated. Dried garlic is minced into smaller pieces that incorporate well into any dish and impart a garlic flavor without the texture. It is most widely used in many cuisines around the world for its pungent flavor. It is also used for seasoning dry soup mixes, sauces, vegetable mixes, stuffing mix and fast foods. Dehydrated Garlic products are available in various forms like flaked, chopped, minced, powdered, and granulated.

Health benefits

  • Dried garlic contains vitamin C which boosts the immune system.(1)
  • It is high in iodine, which supports healthy thyroid function.(1)
  • Dried garlic is also a good source of iron which helps cells to deliver oxygen throughout the body and improves energy levels.(1)
  • It contains heart-healthy antioxidants which protect heart cells from oxidative damage caused by the build-up of free radicals.(1)

Resource & Links

(1) https://nuts.com/cookingbaking/herbsspices/garlic/minced.html

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