Description
Garlic Confit is a luscious and versatile preparation where garlic cloves are slowly cooked in olive oil until tender and golden. This method mellow's garlic's sharpness, transforming it into a rich and sweet condiment perfect for spreading, cooking, or adding depth to sauces and dressings.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 heads garlic
- 3 cups extra virgin olive oil
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 120°C (250°F) to prepare for the slow cooking of the garlic.
- Peel garlic: Break the garlic heads into individual cloves and place them into a heatproof bowl. Pour boiling water over the cloves and let them sit for 5 minutes to loosen the skins. Drain and peel the cloves gently.
- Bake: Arrange the peeled garlic cloves and thyme sprigs into an ovenproof dish. Pour the olive oil over them ensuring the garlic is fully submerged to prevent burning. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 2 hours, or until the garlic cloves turn golden and soft when pressed.
- Serve and Store: Remove the dish from the oven and allow the garlic confit to cool to room temperature. Transfer the garlic and oil into an airtight container or jar. Store in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks. Use as a spread, flavor enhancer, or cooking ingredient.
Notes
- Ensure garlic is fully submerged in oil during baking to avoid burning.
- The slow cooking temperature is key to mellowing the garlic flavor and achieving a soft texture.
- The olive oil used for confit can be strained and reused for cooking or dressings.
- Store the confit refrigerated and always use a clean utensil to prevent contamination.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
