Garlic elicits an aroma that invigorates and produces a flavour that captivates. Garlic is a powerful flavour enhancer in our kitchen that offers benefits not just in terms of taste but also in terms of health. Since ancient times, garlic has been used as a natural remedy to treat common infections and prevent chronic disease.
Its alluring taste is just a bonus! We normally use garlic at the start of our recipe to make curries, dry sabzi or rice dishes. Its flavour enhances any dish it is added to. But, if you are a garlic lover (there are many we believe, including us), then this new way of using garlic will take your love for the spice to the next level.
You must have heard of roasted garlic being used in recipes but probably never understood how to exactly do it while cooking at home. The process of roasting makes garlic burst out a splash of flavours in a nuttier avatar, which will upgrade any meal you make it with. Also Read: 7 Surprising Health Benefits Of Garlic Garlic can rightly be termed as a natural antibiotic.
Image Credit: iStock To get you started, here are some exciting ways you can use roasted garlic to cook some exceptional meals. Mashed potatoes are a must with chicken steak, mutton steak or grilled vegetables. Make this side dish tastier with a smattering of roasted garlic bulbs on top of it.
This chickpea-based dip is a party essential that goes with chips, lavash and pita bread like magic. The addition of roasted garlic will make this dish a winner at you.