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Black Garlic Bulb

Black Garlic Bulb

Black garlic is a unique ingredient that has gained popularity for its complex flavour profile and potential health benefits. It’s made by fermenting garlic under controlled heat and humidity over several weeks. This process, often described as an ageing or fermentation process, transforms the cloves into soft, dark, and sticky morsels, quite different from their original form.

Great as an addition to sauces and other dishes.

£4.95

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Characteristics:

  • Appearance: The cloves turn soft, a deep black colour, and develop a sticky, date-like texture.
  • Flavour: It has a sweet, syrupy taste with hints of balsamic vinegar, molasses, and tamarind. The usual pungency of garlic is absent, replaced by a mild, savoury sweetness.
  • Aroma: The sharp, raw garlic smell is replaced by a subtle, slightly sweet, and earthy aroma.

Culinary Uses:

  • Versatility: It can be used in a variety of dishes, including meats, vegetables, pasta, and even in desserts.
  • Spreads: Its soft texture allows it to be spread on crackers or bread as a flavourful paste.
  • Sauces and Dressings: It can be blended into sauces, dressings, or marinades to add depth and complexity.

Health Benefits:

  • Antioxidant Properties: Black garlic is high in antioxidants, particularly allicin, which is transformed during the ageing process.
  • Heart Health: It is believed to help lower cholesterol and improve heart health, although more research is needed in this area.
  • Anti-inflammatory: The ageing process enhances its anti-inflammatory properties.

Storage and Availability:

  • Storage: It should be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain its quality. Once opened, it’s best kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator to extend its shelf life.
  • Availability: Black garlic can be found in some supermarkets, health food stores, or online. It’s also possible to make it at home with the right conditions.

Incorporating black garlic into your cooking can introduce an intriguing layer of flavour and a nutritional boost. Its unique taste and texture make it a favourite among chefs and home cooks looking to elevate their dishes.

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Characteristics:

  • Appearance: The cloves turn soft, a deep black colour, and develop a sticky, date-like texture.
  • Flavour: It has a sweet, syrupy taste with hints of balsamic vinegar, molasses, and tamarind. The usual pungency of garlic is absent, replaced by a mild, savoury sweetness.
  • Aroma: The sharp, raw garlic smell is replaced by a subtle, slightly sweet, and earthy aroma.

Culinary Uses:

  • Versatility: It can be used in a variety of dishes, including meats, vegetables, pasta, and even in desserts.
  • Spreads: Its soft texture allows it to be spread on crackers or bread as a flavourful paste.
  • Sauces and Dressings: It can be blended into sauces, dressings, or marinades to add depth and complexity.

Health Benefits:

  • Antioxidant Properties: Black garlic is high in antioxidants, particularly allicin, which is transformed during the ageing process.
  • Heart Health: It is believed to help lower cholesterol and improve heart health, although more research is needed in this area.
  • Anti-inflammatory: The ageing process enhances its anti-inflammatory properties.

Storage and Availability:

  • Storage: It should be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain its quality. Once opened, it’s best kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator to extend its shelf life.
  • Availability: Black garlic can be found in some supermarkets, health food stores, or online. It’s also possible to make it at home with the right conditions.

Incorporating black garlic into your cooking can introduce an intriguing layer of flavour and a nutritional boost. Its unique taste and texture make it a favourite among chefs and home cooks looking to elevate their dishes.

We prepare your order in our butchery on the day before delivery to ensure that everything reaches you in the best condition.

UK MAINLAND DELIVERIES

We deliver on a next day service throughout the UK mainland (please see below for restrictions). Your order is shipped in an insulated box.

Our delivery service allows you to pick a delivery date in advance when you reach the checkout. Our delivery days are Tuesday to Friday.

We use a courier service. They will notify you on the morning of delivery with an estimated time for delivery.

Delivery is free on orders over £50. (under £50 = £12.95) Sorry This is due to the cost involved in our chilled packaging and courier cost.

 

Restricted Areas

WE PROVIDE A TWO DAY SERVICE TO THE FOLLOWING AREAS. THIS IS NOT SUITABLE IN VERY HOT WEATHER These are:

Scottish Mainland – AB30, AB33-AB36, DD8, DD9, FK16

Scottish Highlands – AB37-AB38, AB42-AB45, AB53-AB56, IV21-IV24, IV26-IV28, IV40, IV52-IV54, KW1-KW14, PA36, PA40, PH30-PH33, PH34-PH41

Scottish Offshore – HS1-HS9, IV41-IV51, IV54-IV56, KA27-KA28, KW15-KW17, PA20, PA41-PA49, PA62-PA76, PH42-PH44, ZE1-ZE3 –

Northern Ireland – WE ARE UNABLE TO SHIP TO NORTHERN IRELAND AT THE MOMENT

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The post codes included are the following: HG1, HG2, HG3, HG4, LS21, LS29, BD20, BD23.

When you get to the checkout and enter your delivery address, you should automatically qualify for this option. If this doesn’t happen, please let us know. 

Our delivery days will be Thursday & Friday each week. Please select the day you would prefer, we’ll be in touch if there’s a problem. If you need something on a different day, please get in touch and we’ll do our very best to help.

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