Aromatics · Fresh

Garlic scapes

Also called garlic stems, garlic shoots, suantai, maneuljong

Curly green flower stalk of hardneck garlic; crisp with a mild, fresh garlic flavour. Stir-fried in Chinese dishes, grilled, or blitzed into pesto.

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What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodFlowering garlic chives

    Thinner and more tender; cook only briefly.

  • T2 · GoodGreen garlic

    Softer and more onion-like; use the green tops too.

  • T2 · GoodSpring onions

    Oniony and softer; add a little sliced garlic.

  • T3 · In a pinchGreen beans

    Gives the crunch in stir-fries but no garlic; cook with sliced garlic.

  • T3 · In a pinchLeeks

    Milder and softer; add garlic.

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