More than just a bulb: Enjoying garlic creatively
Some ingredients work in the background – and some immediately give a dish character. Garlic undoubtedly belongs to the latter category. During Garlic Week, you'll have the opportunity to get to know this flavorful power up close and consciously experiment with different varieties. From fresh to fermented to refined gourmet products, a culinary spectrum beyond the usual awaits you.
The classic: Fresh garlic bulbs and cloves
Let's start with the origin: the classic garlic bulbs. Fresh garlic convinces with its intense, slightly pungent aroma and is indispensable in Mediterranean cuisine. If you separate the bulbs yourself, you get individual garlic cloves – ideal for precise dosing.
Fresh garlic cloves can be used in many ways: finely chopped for dressings, pressed for sauces, or cooked whole for a milder aroma. Tip: If you remove the germ inside, the taste becomes a little more digestible.
Dried and practical: Garlic in various forms
For quick everyday use, dried varieties are particularly practical. Crushed & dried garlic is excellent for stews, soups, or marinades, as it slowly releases its aroma during cooking.
A particularly interesting form is sliced & dried garlic. These are thin garlic slices that are ideal for precise dosing and develop a pleasant, slightly roasted note when heated. They are perfect for stir-fries, roasted vegetables, or as an aromatic finish on salads.
These varieties save time and have a long shelf life without sacrificing flavor. Especially when you need to cook quickly, they are a reliable alternative to fresh bulbs.
The refined variant: Black garlic
A real highlight of Garlic Week is black garlic. Through a gentle fermentation process, it develops a soft consistency and a surprisingly mild, slightly sweet aroma with notes of balsamic and dried fruits.
Black garlic is excellent for creative dishes: pureed in sauces, as a special ingredient in dressings, or even as a refined addition to cheese platters. If you want to discover new taste worlds, you should definitely try this specialty.
Marinades and liquid seasoning for intense flavor
Garlic unfolds its full potential especially in marinades. A classic garlic marinade elevates meat, fish, or vegetables to a new level. Equally exciting is the paprika-garlic marinade, which also adds a spicy, slightly smoky note.
For those who like it uncomplicated, Liquid Organic Herb Garlic is an interesting option. This variant is vinegar-based and contains pure garlic – without additional herbs. This creates a clear, sour-fresh garlic taste that is particularly well suited for salad dressings, for seasoning sauces, or for marinades.
Grow your own: Chives garlic seeds
Why not get active yourself? With chives garlic seeds, you can grow your own fresh garlic variety. Chives garlic is milder than classic garlic cloves and tastes like a mix of chives and garlic.
It is excellent as a fresh topping for soups, salads, or spreads and brings a fine, elegant garlic note to your dishes – directly from your own garden or balcony.
Wild garlic: The wild relative of garlic
In addition to classic garlic, wild garlic also plays an important role in Garlic Week. But why is wild garlic related to garlic? Both plants belong to the same genus (Allium), which also includes onions and leeks. This botanical relationship explains the characteristic, garlic-like scent and taste of wild garlic.
The Wild Garlic Wonder spice blend combines the fresh, green note of wild garlic with other herbs and provides an intense taste experience.
Even more original is wild garlic herb cut from wild collection. It brings the authentic taste of nature directly to your plate and is ideal for pestos, soups, or as a seasoning for potato dishes.
Gourmet products with garlic: Mediterranean specialties
Garlic is not just an ingredient, but also a central component of many high-quality gourmet products. Combinations with fish and seafood are particularly exciting here.
Grilled cod in olive oil from Cântara convinces with its tender texture and the fine interplay of olive oil and garlic. Equally delicate is octopus in garlic sauce from Atimanel – a real highlight for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.
Another classic is cod in extra virgin olive oil & garlic from Ramirez. This product combines high-quality ingredients with traditional processing and brings authentic taste directly to your table.
Hearty combinations for connoisseurs
Cheese lovers will also get their money's worth during Garlic Week. Goat cheese with garlic and herbs offers a creamy, aromatic combination that goes perfectly with fresh bread or as part of an appetizer platter.
The whole thing is rounded off by an olive mix with pits, garlic & oregano. This mix brings Mediterranean flair to your table and is ideal as a snack, side dish, or part of an antipasti platter.
Conclusion: Rediscover garlic
Garlic Week invites you to rediscover the diversity of this exceptional ingredient. From classic bulbs to refined spices to high-quality gourmet products – garlic shows itself in countless facets.
Take this opportunity to try new products, develop creative recipes, and add a special touch to your dishes. Because one thing is certain: with garlic, you bring not only spice but also variety to your kitchen.
