Crushed garlic

Crushed garlic is made by pressing or grinding garlic cloves, which releases allicin, the compound responsible for its characteristic pungent aroma and flavour. Compared to whole or sliced cloves, crushed garlic has a significantly more intense taste. It is used as a base for sauces, marinades, soffritto, soups, dips, and dressings. It can be added to heated oil at the beginning of cooking or stirred into cold preparations such as hummus or aioli. It is a key ingredient in Mediterranean, Asian, and Central European cuisines. Garlic is naturally rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and B vitamins.