garlic

Here’s a quick garlic cheat sheet, depending on what you need it for 🧄

Forms & How to Use

• Fresh garlic (cloves): Strongest flavor
  • Minced → sauces, wonton filling
  • Sliced → stir-fries
  • Crushed → marinades
• Garlic powder: Mild, even flavor (¼ tsp ≈ 1 clove)
• Garlic paste: Convenient, smooth
• Roasted garlic: Sweet, mellow (great for potatoes)

Cooking Tips

• Add garlic later in cooking to avoid burning
• Low heat = sweeter flavor
• High heat + too long = bitter

Common Substitutes

• 1 clove garlic ≈ ¼ tsp garlic powder
• No garlic? Use shallot or onion (different flavor, but works)

If this is for a specific dish you mentioned (wontons, fries, potatoes), tell me which one and I’ll tailor it exactly.