Description
Discover the magic of air fryer roasted garlic – a game-changing technique that transforms pungent garlic bulbs into sweet, caramelized perfection with minimal effort. This air fryer roasted garlic recipe unlocks deep, mellow flavors that elevate everything from mashed potatoes to pasta dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 whole garlic bulbs (medium size)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Garlic Bulbs: Slice about ¼ inch off the top of each bulb to expose the cloves
- Wrap in Foil: Place each prepared garlic bulb on a small square of aluminum foil
- Season and Oil: Drizzle each exposed garlic bulb with olive oil and season with salt and pepper
- Air Fry to Perfection: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender
Notes
- Store leftover roasted garlic in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks
- For longer storage, freeze individual cloves on a baking sheet before transferring to freezer bags
- Roasted garlic preserves beautifully in olive oil (store in fridge and use within 1 week)
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bulb
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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