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Stove Top Smoker Whole Garlic Bulbs Recipe

Transform ordinary garlic into a smoky, buttery delight! This recipe shows you how to slow-smoke whole garlic bulbs on your stovetop, mellowing their pungent bite into a sweet, spreadable treat. Perfect for mashed potatoes, bruschetta, or simply enjoying on its own, the small cloves ensure even smoking and tender perfection. Achieve that irresistible smoky flavor in just 65 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 44.7 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Stove Top Smoker Whole Garlic Bulbs

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How to Make Stove Top Smoker Whole Garlic Bulbs

  1. Select 2-3 heads of garlic with small cloves. Trim the top 1/4 inch off each head to expose the cloves.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each garlic head and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
  3. Place the garlic heads in a heatproof bowl that fits inside your stovetop smoker.
  4. Add 1/2 cup of wood chips (such as hickory or applewood) to the smoker's designated chip tray.
  5. Follow your stovetop smoker's instructions to preheat and begin smoking. Maintain a temperature of approximately 225°F (107°C).
  6. Smoke the garlic for 45-55 minutes, or until the cloves are tender when pierced with a fork. If your smoker lacks temperature control, monitor closely and adjust smoking time as needed.
  7. Remove the garlic from the smoker. If the cloves are not completely tender, you can finish them in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes, or until soft.
  8. Let the garlic cool slightly before squeezing the cloves out of their skins. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Condiments Etc Vegetables Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Healthy 2 Low In Something 4 Hours Or Less