Recipes for Chesnok Red Garlic

Here are some delicious recipes that highlight the sweet, rich flavor of Chesnok Red garlic—perfect for showcasing your Sky Blue Garlic harvest:

🥘 1. Caramelized Chesnok Garlic Chicken

A savory-sweet main dish that lets Chesnok Red shine.

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken or 4 bone-in thighs
  • 8 cloves Chesnok Red garlic, peeled and smashed
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh thyme sprigs

Instructions:

  1. Brown chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce heat, add garlic, and cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar.
  4. Cover and simmer on low for 25 minutes until chicken is tender.
  5. Garnish with thyme and serve over rice or roasted vegetables.
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🍞 2. Roasted Chesnok Garlic Spread

A rich, nutty spread for bread, potatoes, or grilled meats.

Ingredients:

  • 2 bulbs Chesnok Red garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp butter (optional for richness)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Slice tops off garlic bulbs to expose cloves.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and wrap in foil.
  4. Roast for 40 minutes until soft and golden.
  5. Squeeze roasted cloves into a bowl and mash with butter.
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🥗 3. Chesnok Garlic Herb Dressing

A fresh, vibrant dressing with mellow garlic sweetness.

Ingredients:

  • 3 cloves Chesnok Red garlic, minced
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together vinegar, mustard, honey, and garlic.
  2. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking.
  3. Stir in herbs and season to taste.
  4. Use on greens, grilled veggies, or roasted meats.
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