Garlic Confit Recipe

What Is Garlic Confit by Authentic Food Quest

This garlic confit recipe uses an old and simple French cooking technique where garlic cloves are slowly cooked in oil until tender and aromatic. A versatile condiment, it adds depth and flavor to potatoes, pasta, veggies or when spread on bread. Transform your favorite recipes with the exceptional taste and texture of French garlic confit.

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Course: Recipes

Cuisine: French

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 1

Rest Time: 6

Servings: jar

Calories: 3950kcal

Author: Authentic Food Quest

Equipment

Ingredients

3 heads fresh garlic
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons coarse salt
15 whole black peppercorns
2 cups olive oil or just enough to completely cover the garlic

Instructions

Peel the garlic cloves by soaking the unpeeled heads in lukewarm water for a few minutes. The skins should soften, making them easier to remove.
Place the garlic cloves, along with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary into a saucepan.
Pour in olive oil to fully coat the garlic cloves.
Heat the saucepan over low heat for 1 hour. The oil should simmer gently but not boil. Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the garlic cloves; larger cloves may require longer cooking.
Check cooking progress by carefully removing one clove with a slotted spoon and gently pressing between two fingers; the garlic clove should be slightly soft.
Allow to cool, then transfer to a clean, sealable glass jar. Ensure the cloves remain fully submerged in oil when stored in the refrigerator.
As you use the oil or remove cloves from the airtight jar, be sure to use a dedicated spoon and clean it after each use.
Spread the garlic confit on bread, toss it into pasta, veggies, or mashed potatoes, and enjoy!

Notes

While thyme and rosemary are the traditional herbs used in French garlic confit, you can also use sage or bay leaves as alternatives.

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