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Garlic fiesta!
April 19 is Garlic Day and what better way to celebrate this day than with… garlic! It’s a perfect moment to take a closer look at garlic: how does it grow, how can you use it and what varieties are there?
Garlic is a bulb that has been grown and used for thousands of years and originates from the steppes of Central Asia. Garlic is related to the onion and, like its cousin, grows underground. A long stem with leaves grows from the bulb above ground, from which after a while even a flower can grow. In the Middle Ages it was not only eaten but also used on ceremonial occasions and it was believed that garlic could protect you against vampires and witches. Fact or myth? Either way, you can’t go wrong with garlic at home!
Over the years, this flavorful bulb has found its way into various cuisines worldwide, from Mediterranean dishes to Asian cuisine. In Italy they make the most delicious authentic pasta sauces with it, and in Japan they make marinades to die for. The possibilities of garlic are endless!
Garlic is loved by many for its versatility and aromatic nature. It is the basic seasoning for many dishes whether you bake, fry, smoke, roast or consume it raw. Prepare the entire bulb or use some individual cloves and chop them finely, cut it into slices or use a garlic press. You can use it with meat, fish, pasta or vegetable dishes. One thing is for sure… Garlic adds burst of flavour!
The most well-known variety of garlic is dried garlic, which has secured a permanent place in many kitchens. Alongside this classic, there are other delightful varieties such as elephant garlic, smoked garlic, fresh garlic and black garlic. We would like to introduce you to all members of our garlic family and share a recipe for a delicious saffran risotto with, of course… garlic!
Meet the Garlic family!
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Elephant garlic
As the name suggests, elephant garlic is an oversized garlic variety. The taste is slightly less sharp than the original. Funny detail: elephant garlic is more related to leek than garlic.
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Garlic Strand
Small in size yet bold in flavor; Solo garlic! These petite bulbs measure approximately 3 cm in diameter and taste similar to traditional dried garlic, but slightly milder. What makes this garlic unique is that only one clove is hidden beneath its white-purple skin, unlike traditional garlic with multiple cloves. This saves you a lot of time since you only need to peel one clove instead of several. Handy!
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L’Autrec garlic
L’Autrec garlic is know as the best garlic in the world. This light pink coloured, aromatic and rather sweet garlic grows around the medieval village of l’Autrec on calcareous clay soils in south western France.
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Peeled garlic
Peeled garlic cloves can save you a lot of time! Especially when you need large numbers, which is often the case in the catering industry.
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Smoked garlic
Smoked garlic was originally created to store garlic for a longer shelf life, but nowadays garlic is mainly smoked for its delicious, characteristic smoky smell and taste.
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Fresh garlic
In addition to the dried varieties that are sometimes over 2 years old before they end up on your cutting board, there’s also a fresh variety. The taste is a bit milder than the dried variety, which is great when used raw.
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Black garlic
With its unique and smooth taste, creamy texture and vibrant colours is black garlic inspiring and brings a new flavour to the table. This black seasoning brings subtle hints of soy, balsamic and raisins mixed with the spicy taste of garlic, a real delicacy!
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Garlic pulp
Garlic paste makes cooking much easier and faster. Furthermore, it is easy to measure and has a delicious, intense flavor and aroma, adding a kick to numerous dishes. It pairs perfectly with a variety of herbs and spices, is easy to use, and can be added to dishes either raw or cooked.
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Solo garlic
Small in size yet bold in flavor; Solo garlic! These petite bulbs measure approximately 3 cm in diameter and taste similar to traditional dried garlic, but slightly milder. What makes this garlic unique is that only one clove is hidden beneath its white-purple skin, unlike traditional garlic with multiple cloves. This saves you a lot of time since you only need to peel one clove instead of several. Handy!
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Wild garlic
Wild garlic is a delicious herb with a strong garlic flavour and aroma. This makes the green leaves a great seasoning for pasta, pesto and soup. Wild garlic grows in the spring in shady forests in Europe, a beautiful sight with its cheerful, white flowers.
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