Aromatics · Paste
Garlic paste
Also called garlic purée, jarred minced garlic, lazy garlic
Garlic minced or puréed, usually with salt or oil, sold in jars or tubes. A shortcut for curries, marinades and sauces; less vivid than fresh.
- A kind of Garlic
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodGarlic powder
No fresh pungency; about 1/2 tsp per tbsp of paste, added with liquids. (use 0.1× the amount)
- T2 · GoodGinger-garlic paste
Adds ginger; fine in curries and marinades.
- T3 · In a pinchChilli garlic sauce
Adds heat and vinegar; only where those fit.
- T3 · In a pinchGarlic salt
Mostly salt; cut other salt sharply. (use 0.2× the amount)
- T3 · In a pinchSmoked garlic
Crush it; adds a smoky note that doesn't suit every dish.
Cook with Garlic paste
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