Garlic Powder
Cultural or Geographic History
Garlic is the dried root of Allium sativum, a member of the lily family. It grows in a bulb that consists of a number of cloves. Each clove is protected by a layer of skin, but all are held together in one larger unit by additional layers of skin. Garlic is native to central Asia, but its use spread before recorded history. It was worshipped by the Egyptians and fed to workers building the Great Pyramid at Giza, about 2600 BC. Garlic came to the Western Hemisphere with some of the first European explorers, and its use spread rapidly.
Flavor Profile
Garlic has a distinctive odor and flavor
Recommendations for Use
- Use minced garlic or garlic chips in pasta sauces, stews, and soups.
- Mix with oil and vinegar and Italian spices to make salad dressing.
- Garlic powder can be used in marinades, or mixed with herbs and rubbed into poultry, pork, or beef before cooking.
Recommendations for Combinations
- Combine garlic with cumin for Mexican dishes
- Use with turmeric and curry for Indian dishes
- Use with basil, oregano or parsley for Italian dishes
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