Find out how to preserve fresh garlic and prevent it from drying out or sprouting. Follow these tips for effective conservation.

Garlic is an essential ingredient in many recipes due to its unique flavor and health benefits. However, it can sometimes be difficult to keep garlic fresh and in good condition for a long time. The good news is that there is an effective way to preserve garlic to prevent it from drying out or germinating.

In this article, we will show you the best way to preserve garlic, ensuring its freshness and quality for longer.

How to Store Garlic

The first method: preservation with salt and ginger

1. Prepare a black plastic bag and place the garlic inside, distributing them evenly.
2. Prepare a paper towel or cheesecloth and sprinkle two tablespoons of table salt on it.
3. Cut two or three slices of raw ginger.
4. Place the ginger slices on the salted paper towel.
5. Wrap the ginger slices with the paper towel and secure it with a rubber band to prevent salt spills.
6. Place the ginger paper towel in the garlic bag.
7. Squeeze the air out of the bag before closing it tightly.
8. Store the bag in a dry and cool place, preferably in a kitchen cabinet or pantry, avoiding exposure to direct light.
9. Regularly check the garlic to make sure it stays good and discard any garlic that is deteriorated or spoiled.

The second method: preservation with cigars

1. Prepare a food bag or airtight storage bag.
2. Place the garlic inside the bag, distributing them evenly.
3. Prepare two cigarettes and place them inside the bag along with the garlic.
4. Remove the air from inside the bag and seal it tightly.
5. Place the bag in the refrigerator freezer, making sure the temperature is below 5 degrees Celsius.
6. Keep the garlic in the freezer for the desired amount of time, usually several months.
7. Regularly check the condition of the garlic and discard any garlic in bad condition or with sprouts.
8. When you need to use garlic, remove the necessary amount from the bag and quickly reseal it.
9. Keep the garlic dry at all times and avoid moisture in the bag.
10. Remember that this method may not be suitable for non-smokers due to the use of cigarettes in the process.

Other interesting tips

The third method: preservation with baking soda

Prepare a food bag or airtight storage bag.

1. Place the garlic inside the bag, distributing them evenly.
2. Prepare a paper towel or gauze pad and pour an appropriate amount of edible baking soda over the paper towel. Then add tea leaves on top of the baking soda.
3. Wrap the paper towel with the ingredients and secure it with a rubber band to prevent spillage.
4. Place the natural drying bag inside the garlic bag.
5. Blow the air out of the bag and tie it tightly to close it tightly.
6. Tea leaves contain polyphenols that inhibit garlic germination, while baking soda adsorbs excess water.
   Store the bag in a ventilated, dry place.
7. To consume the garlic, open the plastic bag, take out the garlic and tie it again.

The fourth method: airtight storage

1. Start by splitting all the garlic you bought into small cloves.
2. If there is any soft, wilted or rotten garlic when peeling, and remove it immediately to prevent it from affecting the others.
3. Prepare a sealed jar and then place all the garlic cloves in the jar.
4. Proceed to tightly close the jar lid to prevent moisture and insulate the air. This will reduce the concentration of oxygen and slow down the respiration of garlic.
5. By reducing sunlight, air, and humidity, garlic is prevented from germinating and growing.
6. The sealed jar allows easy access to the garlic whenever it is needed.

If you have any questions regarding your procedure, we invite you to watch the following video: