Garlic

Estimated Inventory, 30 lbs : 7.84
This item was last sold on : 01/22/25

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Description/Taste

Common garlic bulbs range from medium to large, averaging anywhere between 5-8 centimeters in diameter, and consist of several cloves arranged in a number of layers depending on the variety. Each clove of garlic is encased in its individual wrapper, and the bulb itself has layers of thin, flakey wrappers to protect the cloves. Often referred to as the "stinking rose," whole Common garlic actually has a very mild allium scent and taste. However, Once the cloves are crushed or pressed, enzyme compounds are released, producing a sulfur-based molecule known as allicin, which is responsible for giving garlic its renowned pungent aroma and flavor.

Seasons/Availability

Garlic is available year-round.

Current Facts

Common garlic, botanically known as Allium Sativum, is the name dedicated to many softneck, artichoke varieties that are commonly found in commercial markets. Softneck varieties are favored as they are easy to grow, less particular about growing conditions, slower to bolt, and produce more cloves per bulb. In general, 98% of Common garlic found in the supermarket is one of two types, California Early and California Late. A unique feature of California Early is its ability to be used to make powders, seasonings, and salts. Both varieties are hardy and offer subtle differences for the commercial market to sell year-round.

Nutritional Value

Common garlic is rich in vitamin C, vitamin B6, and manganese. It also contains some calcium and phosphorus.

Applications

Common garlic can be consumed in both raw or cooked applications. Raw garlic tends to have a stronger flavor than cooked; and crushing, chopping, pressing or pureeing garlic releases even more of its oils providing a sharper, more assertive flavor than slicing or leaving it whole. Common garlic can be used in any dish that calls for garlic such as garlic chicken, spaghetti Bolognese, potato soup, to stews, but it also does especially well as the central flavor in marinades, dressings, sauces, and salts. Roasting garlic will enhance its flavor and add a subtle sweetness. Pair Common garlic with acidic fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, tomatillos, and citrus, meats such as poultry, beef, pork and seafood, herbs like basil, thyme, and oregano, and other vegetables such as artichokes, snap peas, broccoli, asparagus, and Brussel sprouts. Common garlic will keep between one to four months, depending on the specific variety, when stored in a cool and dry place.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Garlic has long been used by a variety of cultures such as Greek, Italian, Chinese, Egyptian and European for its culinary, medicinal, and spiritual properties. There are many recorded myths, legends, and medicinal notes with garlic as the star. Garlic was found in the tomb of King Tutankhamen, and it was recorded that it was consumed by the slaves that built Khufu's pyramid at Gizeh. In the Jewish Talmud, it is suggested that couples eat garlic on the Sabbath so that they can know one another better, a nod to garlic's historical relevance as an aphrodisiac.

Geography/History

Common garlic is mainly produced in Gilroy, California, which is known as the commercial garlic capital of the world. Some Common garlic may also be imported from China, as China is one of the top producers and exporters of garlic. The type of Common garlic found in supermarkets largely depends on the commercial company and the supplier they choose to purchase the garlic from. Today, Common garlic is widely available in markets and stores across the United States.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Lucky Bolt	San Diego CA	662-832-3638
Chef Jenn	Solana Beach CA	858-212-9054
Miho	San Diego CA	619-365-5655
Andrew Spurgin	San Diego CA	619-277-6020
Comedor Nishi	La Jolla CA	619-549-9919
The Monsaraz	San Diego CA	858-760-6228
Mothership	San Diego CA	858-342-3609
Mission Hills High School	San Marcos CA	760-752-1260
Olive Tree Marketplace	San Diego CA	619-224-0443
Luce	San Diego CA	619-275-2094
Temaki	Encinitas CA	702-489-2129
Toast Catering	San Diego CA	619-795-9135
Siesel's Meats	San Diego CA	619-275-1234
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-551-5105
Rancho Valencia New Restaurant	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Pacific Yacht Agents	Los Angeles CA	808-214-0970
Stout Public House	San Diego CA	619-702-7933
Mission Pacific	Oceanside CA	760-450-7864
US Grant Hotel Main	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
Botanica	San Diego CA	619-310-6320

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Siamo Napoli	San Diego CA	619-300-4810
Brandon Matzek- Blogger	San Diego CA	800-221-9730
Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center	National City CA	619-434-4281
Cliffhanger Cafe Menu	San Diego CA	858-452-9858
Scrimshaw Coffee	San Diego CA	951-663-2207
Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
Solare Ristorante Lounge	San Diego CA	619-270-9670
US Grant Hotel Grill	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
Barra Oliba	San Diego CA	610-310-5110
Domaine Baran	San Diego CA	858-952-2949
Choi's	San Diego CA	858-900-1224
Long Story Short	San Diego CA	619-228-9381
Addison Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-350-7600
Coya Peruvian Secret	Del Mar CA	619-295-3172
Waverly	Cardiff CA	619-244-0416
Flora Cafe	Bonita CA	619-339-6604
Mister A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Woods Kitchen Foods	San Diego CA	619-719-6924
The Bowl	San Diego CA	619-813-5865
Le Parfait Paris - Downtown	San Diego CA	619-245-4457
Jeune Et Jolie	Carlsbad CA	858-231-0862
Witts Pickles	San Diego CA	818-635-7587
Sycuan Casino	El Cajon CA	619-445-6002
Candor	La Jolla CA	858-581-2205
Coast Catering	Escondido CA	619-295-3173
Merenda	Oceanside CA	703-459-4145
Hoover High School -Alkire	San Diego CA	619-344-4500
Hane	San Diego CA	619-339-6438
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
Justin Hoehn	San Diego CA	619 326 8895
La CasaVerde Mexican Eats	San Diego CA	619-855-5241
Oliver & Rose	San Diego CA	619-300-3395
Wilmas Carousel	San Diego CA	858-355-9218
Convention Center Shell	San Diego CA	619-954-3063
Georges at the Cove	San Diego CA	858-454-4244
Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef	San Diego CA	347-277-1958
Alexander's on 30th	San Diego CA	858-774-3062
264 Fresco (Kitchen)	Carlsbad CA	760-720-3737
Dija Mara	Oceanside CA	760-231-5376
Isola Pizza Bar	San Diego CA	619-564-2938
The Whaling Bar	La Jolla CA	858-355-9218
The Remy	San Diego CA	619-886-1358
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Javier Plascencia (Animalon)	Bonita CA	619-295-3172
Bica	San Diego CA	619-669-5725

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Garlic. One

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Just a Taste		Roasted Garlic Macaroni and Cheese
A Virtual Vegan		Creamy Vegan Gnocchi with Garlic & Kale
Play. Party. Plan.		Quick and Easy Pad Thai
Paleo Gluten Free Eats		Cheesy Vegan Cauliflower Mushroom Risotto
Discovery Cooking		Celery Root Sautéed in Miso and Garlic
Frugal Farm Wife		Dill Pickle
Gonna Want Seconds		Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas
Skinny Fitalicious		Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Hummus
Much Butter		Chicken and Shrimp Dumplings 4 Ways
Little Spice Jar		Roasted Garlic Potato Soup

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Damn Delicious		Baked Honey Garlic Chicken
Damn Delicious		Garlic Parmesan Roasted Potatoes
Oat and Sesame		Creamy Roasted Garlic Pasta Sauce
The Harvest Kitchen		Garlic Chicken Chow Mein with Kale
Paleo Gluten Free Eats		Paleo Bacon Garlic Avocado Burger
Kirbie's Cravings		Roasted Honey Garlic Cauliflower
Evolving Table		Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Eat Good 4 LIfe		Parmesan and Romano Mashed Potatoes
The Foodie Physician		Mini Spring Vegetable Quiches
One Green Planet		Thyme Socca With Bluefoot Mushrooms
Little Broken		Baked Fish and Vegetables in Foil with Chimichurri Sauce
Vegan Heaven		Meatless Lasagna
Life Made Sweeter		Cauliflower Alfredo Zoodles with Asparagus and Spring Vegetables
House of Yumm		Hummus Flatbread Pizza
Living Sweet Moments		Savory Summer Vegetable Tart
Happy Healthy Mama		Cold Busting Soup
Two Peas and Their Pod		Caprese Garlic Bread
Hot Eats & Cool Reads		Zucchini and Herb Salad with Tomato Garlic Vinaigrette
Delish Knowledge		Vegetable Polenta Kebobs with Chimichrurri
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Enchilada Soup
Lottie + Doof		Garlic Dressing
The Endless Meal		Healthy Creamy Turkey Mushroom Soup
Running In A Skirt		Healthier Lemon Garlic Whipped Feta Dip
Julia's Album		Chicken & Bacon Pasta w/ Spinach & Tomatoes in Garlic Cream Sauce
The Foodie Physician		Grilled Cheese with Avocado Pesto
Wine and Glue		Jambalaya Soup
Simply So Healthy		Low-Carb Basil Parmesan Shrimp
A Wicked Whisk		Vegetable Soup
Frugal Farm Wife		Roasted Garlic-Parmesan Veggies
Recipe Tin Eats		Cheese and Garlic Pull-Apart Bread
Taste and See		Thai Fish Noodle Bowl
Life Made Sweeter		Detox Vegetable Soup
Wine and Glue		Creamy Chicken, Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup
Immaculate Bites		Mango Chutney
Cafe Delites		Lemon Chicken Scallopini w/ Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
Tatertots & Jello		Fresh Pickle Veggie Relish
Gonna Want Seconds		Great Greek Opa Dip
A Virtual Vegan		Oven Baked Garlic Mushroom Rice
The Fit Blog		Healthy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Downshiftology		Tahini Sauce
Garlic Girl		40 Clove Garlic Spaghetti
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Wonton Soup
Life Made Simple		Pozole Rojo & Homemade Tortillas
Budget Bytes		Homemade Garlic Bread
Becky's Best Bites		Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Honey Lime Chicken
The Mediterranean Dish		Grilled Shrimp with Roasted Garlic-Cilantro Sauce
Rock Recipes		Honey Raspberry Pan Fried Pork Chops
Mel's Kitchen		Thick and Creamy Lentil Soup with Lemon
Host The Toast		Spinach and Artichoke Dip Stuffed Garlic Bread
Keeper of the Home		Rustic Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
From A Chef's Kitchen		Very Veggie Gazpacho
Garlic & Zest		Roasted Garlic Cheese Grits
Gimme Some Oven		Garlicy Baked Shrimp
The Pretty Bee		Vegan Garlic Herb Breadsticks with Marinara Sauce
Delish Knowledge		Roasted Vegetable Pitas with Romesco Sauce
Pinch of Yum		Creamy Cauliflower Garlic Rice
Yup, It's Vegan		Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta
Feel Good Foodie		Freezing Garlic
Eat The Gains		Roasted Garlic Toasted Quinoa
Hapa Nom Nom		Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes with Basil Pesto
Crunchy Creamy Sweet		Jalapeno Popper Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ahead of Thyme		Spinach and Green Pea Soup
Wonky Wonderful		Artichoke & Roasted Garlic Dip
Ann's Entitled Life		Canned Garlic
The Pretty Bee		Garlic Shrimp and Fresh Tomato Pasta
Nourishing Time		Garlicky Sourdough Bread Rolls
Simply Shellie		Asian Garlic Noodles
Crunchy Creamy Sweet		Easy Garlic Bread
Brown Sugar		Homemade Garlic Srpead
Family Style Food		White Bean Chicken Chili with Cheddar and Chorizo Spice
Fooduzzi		Cheesy Vegan Garlic Knots
Natasha's Kitchen		Baked Salmon with Garlic and Dijon
Cafe Delites		Creamy Garlic Butter Tuscan Shrimp
Six Sisters Stuff		Ground Turkey Sausage Lasagna Soup
Yummy Beet		Roasted Garlic, Parsnip, & White Bean Soup
Kitchen Treaty		40 Cloves of Garlic Soup
Life Made Sweeter		Tropical Bahn Mi Tacos
Cubes N Juliennes		Mint Paratha
The Real Food Dietitians		Easy Peasy Garlic Hummus
The Harvest Kitchen		Italian Sloppy Joes
Simply So Healthy		Paleo Curried Meatballs
Simply Healthy Home		Garlic Parmesan Chicken
Flavor the Moments		Simple Herb and Garlic Roasted Turkey Breast
Cake's Cottage		Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Aioli
This Lil Piglet		Garlic Dill Pickles
The Iron You		Easy Baked Garlic Mushrooms
Becky's Best Bites		Albacore Tuna Kale Salad with a Simple Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette
Feel Good Foodie		Mediterranean White Bean Soup
The Pretty Bee		Vegan Creamy Mushroom Soup
Will Bake for Books		Roasted Rutabaga Hummus
Becky's Best Bites		Lettuce Wraps with Roasted Garlic Homemade Hummus and Fresh Veggies
Life As a Stawberry		Spicy Vegan Jamalaya
Life in the Lofthouse		Gorgonzola Garlic Bread
A Wicked Whisk		Garlic Cilantro Sauce
Budget Bytes		Maple Dijon Chicken Thighs