Japanese Soy Sauce Pickled Garlic
Japanese Soy Sauce Pickled Garlic is a small dish in which the rich flavor of soy sauce infuses the garlic, creating a mellow, savory taste. You can enjoy it on its own, or chop it and add it to stir-fries for extra depth of flavor.
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Servings: 1
Equipment
- a heat-resistant container with a lid (such as a jar)
Ingredients
- garlic (as much as you like; as a guideline, about 3 heads or 36 cloves will fit in a 10 fl oz / 300 ml container)
- soy sauce (enough to cover the garlic in the container; about ½ cup / 120 ml for 3 garlic heads or 36 cloves)
Instructions
Preparation:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Place a heat-resistant container (that you will use for pickling garlic) into the pot and sterilize it by boiling for at least 5 minutes. Then, remove it using tongs or a similar utensil, and let it air-dry completely. (If you already have a sterilized container, you can skip this step.)
To make Japanese soy sauce pickled garlic:
- Peel the garlic cloves and trim off the tough ends.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the garlic and blanch for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Drain the garlic in a colander and let it cool to room temperature. Then, using paper towels, pat each clove completely dry.
- Place the garlic in the clean, sterilized container and add enough soy sauce to cover the cloves. Seal the container and store it toward the back of the refrigerator. After about a month, the sharpness of the garlic will mellow, and it will be ready to eat.
Notes
- The cooking time doesn't include the time needed to pickle the garlic.
- You can store it in the refrigerator in a clean, airtight container for over 6 months. To ensure long-term storage, always use clean chopsticks or a clean spoon when taking out the garlic—never use utensils that have been in your mouth. If the container wasn't properly sterilized or if excess moisture remains, there is a risk of bacterial growth. If you notice anything unusual, such as a sour smell or white cloudiness, do not consume it.
- The Nutrition Facts label is based on a single clove of garlic, and assumes that the amount of soy sauce absorbed by the garlic is approximately 10% of its weight.
Nutrition
Calories: 4.86kcal Carbohydrates: 1.03g Protein: 0.26g Fat: 0.01g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g Sodium: 37.21mg Potassium: 13.42mg Fiber: 0.07g Sugar: 0.04g Vitamin A: 0.27IU Vitamin C: 0.94mg Calcium: 5.56mg Iron: 0.07mg
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