"Garlic confit made in a cast-iron skillet is a delightful culinary technique that captures the essence of garlic in its most mellow and sweet form."
Cast-Iron Garlic Confit
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Prep time: 45mins
Cook time: 1hr 30mins
Serves or Makes: 6
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ingredients
- 3 heads of garlic cloves
- 3 cups extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
Method
Step 1
Separate and peel the garlic cloves. This is a time consuming step, but it’s worth it. To make it easier, soak your separated garlic cloves in water for 20 minutes before peeling.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 250°F.
Step 3
Place the peeled garlic cloves in a large cast-iron skillet.
Step 4
Pour enough oil into the skillet to completely cover the garlic cloves. Transfer it to the oven and let the garlic cook for 1 hour. The garlic should be soft and golden, but not browned. If the cloves start to brown, lower the oven temperature slightly.
Step 5
Once done, remove the dish from the oven and allow the garlic and oil to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a bowl or sterilized jar for long-term storage, leaving 2-3 tablespoons of oil in the skillet.