Good home chefs love the flavor of fresh garlic. That doesn't mean that dehydrated garlic doesn’t play a vital role in their kitchen. In fact, over the last 25 years, garlic consumption is up more than 1,000% and the average American consumes more than 3.5 lbs. each year. 75% of all garlic consumed in the US is in the dehydrated form. Fans of garlic know how amazing roasted garlic is so we picked up this roasted granulated garlic to compliment our more traditional granulated garlic.

Garlic is one of the most common spices in the world and is especially popular in the cuisines of Central and South America, China, India, the Mediterranean, Mexico and Southeastern Asia.

California vs Chinese Garlic

To the average American, California is generally considered to be the garlic capital of the world. But in actuality, the majority of garlic consumed in our country is grown in China. Over the years we've heard from more than a few customers who prefer California grown garlic and we couldn't agree more. There have been several studies (scientific taste tests) that have continuously shown that California garlic is denser and tastes better with higher ratings on the Brix flavor scale than imported Chinese garlic.

Instead of offering the less expensive Chinese garlic, we've made the decision to offer only California grown Garlic. If you want to read more on our big California Garlic decision you'll see why we went with US grown Garlic. This seemed like a win-win - you get better flavor and you're supporting California farmers as well.

When and Where to Use

Most recipes calling for dehydrated garlic are looking for granulated garlic. It can also be substituted for fresh garlic in recipes where the flavor of garlic is called for, but you don’t necessarily need the texture.

For handy garlic conversions use: 1 fresh garlic clove = 1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder or 1/4 teaspoon of granulated garlic or 1/2 teaspoon of garlic flakes.

When using our roasted granulated garlic, full flavor is achieved in about 20 minutes but you can notice roasted garlic flavor in a much shorter amount of time. If you’ re looking for more garlic flavor and texture then try our Roasted Garlic Flakes and if you have a recipe where garlic flavor, but not texture or bulk, is needed  then go with our Garlic Powder. Granulated garlic is more easily dispersed than garlic flakes and provides more bulk and thickening than powdered garlic.

Helpful Hints

We also carry several delicious seasoning blends in Roasted Garlic Pepper, Garlic Herb Seasoning and if you like hot and spicy then you'll love our Habanero Garlic Pepper.

If you're a fan of roasted onion then be sure to check out our US grown Roasted Minced Onion and Roasted Onion Powder.

For some excellent recipe ideas using garlic take a look at these - Provencal Chicken, Cincinnati Chili, Black Bean and Rice Salad, Arroz Con Pollo and Sweet Chickpea Chili in Slow Cooker.

** This product is certified kosher.

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