Preserved Wild Garlic (as Paste)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
10 about 2 cups
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Calories
840 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
German
Preserved Wild Garlic (as Paste)
Description
The recipe calls for thoroughly cleaned wild garlic leaves that are roughly chopped and combined with fine sea salt and vegetable oil, then blended until smooth. The salt acts as a preservative and enhances the garlic flavor, while the oil keeps the mixture emulsified and moist. This method retains the bright green color and pungent aroma of the wild garlic while extending its shelf life when stored in jars.
The paste can serve as a base for dressings, marinades, or simply spread on bread. The flavor is fresh and garlicky with a slight oiliness that mellows the sharpness. Preparation with a food processor works best for larger batches, while smaller amounts can be blended with an immersion blender for better consistency.
Using mild vegetable oils like sunflower or canola is recommended to avoid overpowering the wild garlic's flavor. The paste can be kept refrigerated and used as a convenient way to add wild garlic's distinctive taste to dishes year-round.
Ingredients
- 250 g wild garlic 9 oz, Note 1
- 30 g salt 0.6 oz/ 5 teaspoons, fine sea salt
- 200 ml vegetable oil 7 fl. oz/ scant 1 cup, Note 2
Instructions
- Clean the leaves thoroughly, one at a time, under rather hot running water. Dry them well. Chop them roughly.250 g wild garlic/ 9 oz
- Blend with the salt and oil until rather smooth, scraping the walls of the food processor if necessary.30 g fine sea salt/ 5 teaspoons + 200 ml vegetable oil/ scant 1 cup
- Transfer to small jars.
Notes
- Blend small amounts using an immersion blender, and larger amounts with a food processor for best texture.
- Use mild vegetable oils such as sunflower or canola to preserve the wild garlic's flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10about 2 cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 840 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 840kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 92g | 142% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 81g | 476% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Sodium | 5901mg | 246% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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