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Garlic is used in almost every house in Indian kitchen. Along with enhancing the taste and aroma of food, it is also considered beneficial for health. Use of garlic in pulses, vegetables, chutney and many other dishes improves the taste. Many nutrients like allicin, vitamin B6, vitamin C, manganese, selenium and antioxidants are found in it, which are considered essential for the body. That’s why many people make it a part of their daily diet.
However, peeling garlic before using it becomes a difficult task for many people. Its thin and dry layer does not come off easily with fingers, due to which it takes more time and also requires hard work. Especially when a lot of garlic has to be peeled at once, this task can seem even more troublesome. In such a situation, people often wonder whether there is any way to peel it easily. In such a situation, let us know what can be the easy tricks for peeling garlic.
Follow these easy hacks to peel garlic in minutes
If it takes you a lot of time to peel garlic, then by adopting some easy methods this work can be done in minutes. The easiest way is to put the garlic cloves in a bowl, place another bowl or plate on top and stir well for a few seconds. Due to this, the peel of many buds becomes loose automatically. Apart from this, the peel can be easily removed by soaking the garlic cloves in lukewarm water for 5 to 10 minutes.
You can also remove the peel by lightly pressing the bud with the help of a knife. If you have to peel a lot of garlic at once, then heating it lightly in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds can also loosen the peel. However, do not heat it for too long, as this may affect the texture and taste of the garlic.
Keep these things in mind while peeling garlic
When peeling garlic, always choose dry and good quality cloves, as spoiled or soft garlic can break quickly. If using water, do not soak the buds for too long, otherwise their taste and texture may change.
Be careful while peeling with a knife, so that you do not cut your hands. Peel garlic only as per need, because keeping peeled garlic for a long time can reduce its freshness and aroma.
How to keep garlic fresh for a long time?
To keep garlic fresh for a long time, keep it in a cool, dry and ventilated place. Keeping it in a closed plastic bag can increase the moisture, due to which the garlic starts spoiling quickly.
It would be better to keep it in a net basket, paper bag or open vessel, where air can flow in and out. Keep garlic away from sunlight and excess moisture. If the garlic cloves are already peeled, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use them within a few days.
