Garlic powder is a kitchen staple that can easily upgrade the kind of your dishes.

Best of all, you can easily make this fragrant flavoring at home, guaranteeing its newness and quality. In this complete aid, we’ll dive into the bit-by-bit course of making handmade garlic powder that is ideally suited for lifting your culinary creations. Making your own garlic powder at home not only guarantees that you have new and fresh ingredients close by yet in addition permits you to modify the flavor as you would prefer.

Materials You’ll Need:

Fresh Garlic Bulbs: Choose firm, fresh garlic bulbs for the best results.

Sharp Knife or Garlic Press: To prepare the garlic cloves for drying.

Dehydrator or Oven: You can use a food dehydrator for convenience or an oven for a budget-friendly option.

Blender or Spice Grinder: To grind the dried garlic into a fine powder.

Airtight Container: For storing your homemade garlic powder.

Steps to Make Garlic Powder:

1. Peel and Prepare the Garlic Cloves:

Separate the cloves from the garlic bulb.

Peel the cloves and remove any green shoots or blemishes.

2. Slice or Crush the Garlic:

You have two options here:

a. Slice the garlic cloves thinly to promote even drying.

b. Use a garlic press to crush the cloves into a paste-like consistency.

3. Dehydrate the Garlic:

• If using a food dehydrator:

Place the sliced or crushed garlic on the dehydrator trays in a single layer.

Set the dehydrator to a low temperature (around 115°F or 46°C) and let it run for 8-12 hours or until the garlic is totally dry and fresh.

• In the case of using a stove: 

Preheat your oven to its most reduced setting (generally around 150°F or 65°C). 

Put the garlic cuts or paste on a baking sheet fixed with material paper.

Leave the oven entryway somewhat slightly open to moisture to get away.

Dry the garlic in the oven for 2-4 hours, checking regularly until it’s fully dehydrated.

4. Grind into Powder:

Once the dried garlic is brittle and crisp, remove it from the dehydrator or oven and let it cool.

Transfer the dried garlic to a blender or spice grinder.

Grind it into a fine powder. Pulse the blender or grinder several times until you achieve the desired consistency.

5. Store Your Garlic Powder:

Transfer the freshly ground garlic powder into an airtight container, preferably a glass jar.

Store it in a cool, dry spot away from direct daylight.

Now you have a batch of homemade garlic powder ready to elevate your culinary creations.  Homemade garlic powder is not only flavorful but also free from additives, making it a healthier choice for your kitchen. Enjoy the comfort and fulfillment of making your own storage room staple!