Origin: Murcia. Garlic belongs to the lily family. Its cultivation is for the bulb, which forms the base of the leaves. The bulb is divided into several cloves covered in a membranous film to protect them. Garlic is a plant originating from western Asia and southwestern Europe. The garlic stem is not usually very tall; when the garlic leaves pale and touch the ground, it means that the garlic is already mature and ready to be harvested.
Nutritional value per 100g:
Energy 149kcal
Carbohydrates 33.1g
Sugar 1.00g
Fiber 2.1g
Choline 17g
Water 58.8g
Protein 6.36g
Storage and tips:
Never place garlic in damp areas; it is best to keep them in a dry and dark place. Store them in a container or a paper bag. Garlic can also be frozen, either whole peeled or chopped and ready for use in cooking.
Recipes and uses in cooking:
Garlic can be used in all dishes we are going to cook; as a seasoning in pasta, poor man's potatoes, sofrito sauce. You can make a delicious garlic soup; In a pan, brown 4 cloves of garlic. Once browned, add 4 slices of bread and sauté. Then, add a teaspoon of paprika, mix well, and immediately add 1 liter of water. Season and increase the heat. Let it cook for about 13 minutes.