Garlic

Garlic is the knobby, aromatic bulb that carries pungent warmth, subtle sweetness, and earthy depth. Its flavor is bold, savory, and vibrant, capable of transforming dishes while grounding them with umami resonance. It embodies vitality, resilience, and the dynamic energy of life concentrated in a humble root.

VOLUME
Loud

FLAVOR PAIRINGS
Almond, amaranth, apple, apricot, arugula, basil, beet, bell pepper, blackberry, blueberry, bok choy, broccoli, buckwheat, cabbage, carrot, cashew, cauliflower, chia, chervil, chive, cilantro, cinnamon, clove, coconut, coconut cream, coconut sugar, coriander, cranberry, cucumber, currants, date syrup, dill, fennel, fig, garlic, ginger, grapefruit, kale, kiwi, lemon, lime, lychee, maca, mango, maple syrup, marjoram, melon, mint, mulberry, nasturtium, nori, oat milk, okra, orange, oregano, papaya, passionfruit, peach, pear, pineapple, pomegranate, pomegranate molasses, pumpkin, radish, raspberry, red cabbage, rosemary, saffron, sage, sea salt, sesame, snow peas, spinach, star anise, sunflower seed, sorrel, tahini, tamarind, tangerine, tarragon, thyme, turmeric, vanilla, walnut, watercress, white miso, yam, yuzu, zucchini, avocado, avocado oil, walnut oil, almond oil, sesame oil, coconut oil, cacao, cacao nibs, vegan chocolate, cashew cream, coconut cream, plant yogurt, vegan labneh, vegan cream cheese, vinegar, kombucha, lemon juice, orange zest, maple syrup, date syrup, coconut sugar, jaggery, molasses, rice syrup, agave, rosewater, orange blossom, hibiscus, chamomile, lavender, maca, matcha, vegan elixirs, vegan smoothie bowls, vegan tonic, vegan soups, vegan stews, vegan sauces, vegan dips, roasted vegetables, grains, legumes, plant-based spreads, vegan desserts, vegan dressings, vegan marinades, vegan sauces

SELECTING
Choose fresh garlic bulbs that are firm, plump, and unblemished with tight skins. Organic garlic preserves flavor, nutrients, and energetic integrity. Avoid bulbs that are soft, sprouting, or moldy.

HOW TO USE
Use raw in dressings, dips, or tonics, and cooked in sautés, soups, stews, grains, legumes, and roasted vegetables for depth, warmth, and umami. Pair with herbs, spices, citrus, nuts, seeds, or plant-based creams to balance pungency and enhance aromatic complexity.

STORING
Store whole bulbs in a cool, dry, dark place for several weeks. Once peeled, keep cloves in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within a few days.

SUBSTITUTIONS
Shallots, onions, garlic powder, or chive depending on desired pungency and intensity.

HEALTH BENEFITS
Rich in sulfur compounds, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties. Supports immunity, cardiovascular health, digestion, and overall vitality. Energetically, garlic stimulates courage, clarity, and protective energy.

CONCERNS
Raw garlic can be intense for sensitive digestion; balance intake for flavor and comfort.

HISTORY
Garlic has been revered for millennia across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East for culinary, medicinal, and energetic purposes. Its pungent aroma and dynamic flavor continue to ground, energize, and elevate high-vibration plant-based cuisine.