What is Black Garlic?
Black Garlic, or “Black Gold,” is garlic that has been fermented under high heat & humidity. During the fermentation process, sugars and amino acids within garlic produce melanoidin – a dark compound responsible for creating the black color and namesake of Black Garlic. It typically takes 35 days for the fermentation process. You know that black garlic is ready when it has a soft molasses-like consistency & texture.
What are the Benefits of Black Garlic?
White Garlic is a mainstay in herbal remedies and homeopathic medicine because of its abundant antioxidant properties. Chosen Foods President, George Todd, has even been known to keep pickled garlic in the staff fridge for antioxidant snacking.
Black Garlic has twice the amount of antioxidants as its younger cousin, White Garlic. Black Garlic even has additional antioxidants that are created through the fermentation process, such as S-Allylcysteine, which is water-soluble and readily digestible!
If you want to skip the science jargon – Yes, Black Garlic is even better for you than regular garlic!
What Does Black Garlic Taste Like?
Black Garlic has a rich, creamy texture and can be spread on bread like butter. It is slightly sweet, tangy, and savory with hints of balsamic and a softened core of garlic. The sweetness comes from the natural sugars that are caramelized during the fermentation process. We usually describe it as earthy and robust. Black garlic has a mellow garlic flavor that is not as pungent as fresh garlic. It's delicious & can add a lot of flavors to whatever food or recipe you decide to pair it with.
How to Use Black Garlic?
Black garlic is versatile & can be used in your favorite foods. Here's a few ideas where we recommend using black garlic:
- Add to marinades, dressings & sauces
- Use as a topping for pasta or pizza
- Mix into butter or spread on bread
- Add to soups and stews
- Add black garlic to a charcuterie board
Black Garlic with Chosen Foods Mayo
One of our favorite ways to use black garlic is to mix it with Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo. It adds a sweet & tangy flavor & puts a flavorful spin on our traditional avocado oil mayo.
We recommend using black garlic mayo for sandwiches, salads, dips, marinades or spreading it on a burger or a wrap.
How to Make Black Garlic Mayo
1.) Making your own black garlic could be a complicated process so if you're unable to make it, check your local grocery store or local farmers markets
2.) Mash black garlic into a paste. You can use as many cloves as you want depending on how strong of a garlic taste you want.
3. Mix with Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo & enjoy!
If you can't find black garlic or looking for an easier alternative, Chosen Foods has Roasted Garlic Avocado Oil Mayo. Slowly caramelized under medium heat, it adds an earthy robust flavor and a gourmet twist to your favorite recipes.
To find Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayonnaise, either shop on Chosen Foods site or use our store locator feature to find a bottle near you.