Roasted Air Fryer Garlic Bulbs Recipe
Introduction
Roasted Air Fryer Garlic Bulbs are a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy garlic with a soft, caramelized texture. This easy recipe uses just two ingredients and transforms whole bulbs into a delicious spread or addition to any dish.
Ingredients
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Step 2: Slice the top off each garlic bulb to expose the cloves, then drizzle each bulb with olive oil.
- Step 3: Place the garlic bulbs in the air fryer basket, cut side up.
- Step 4: Air fry for 15-20 minutes until the cloves are soft, golden, and caramelized.
- Step 5: Let cool slightly before squeezing the roasted garlic out of the skins or using as desired.
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh garlic bulbs for the best flavor and texture.
- Add a sprinkle of salt or fresh herbs like thyme for extra flavor before air frying.
- Adjust cooking time depending on the size of the garlic bulbs and your air fryer model.
Storage
Store leftover roasted garlic in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can reheat it gently in the microwave or mix it directly into warm dishes.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I roast garlic bulbs without an air fryer?
Yes, you can roast garlic bulbs in a conventional oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 40 minutes, wrapped in foil.
What can I use roasted garlic for?
Roasted garlic can be spread on bread, mixed into mashed potatoes, added to sauces, or used to flavor meats and vegetables.
PrintRoasted Air Fryer Garlic Bulbs Recipe
This recipe features whole garlic bulbs roasted to perfection using an air fryer, resulting in soft, caramelized cloves that are sweet and mellow. Perfect for spreading on bread, adding to sauces, or enhancing any dish with rich roasted garlic flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: 2 whole roasted garlic bulbs 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Universal
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the garlic bulbs: Remove any loose outer papery layers of the garlic bulbs, but keep the cloves intact within their skins. Cut about 1/4 inch off the top of each bulb to expose the tops of the cloves.
- Season the garlic bulbs: Drizzle each cut aromatic bulb with olive oil, ensuring oil seeps into the exposed cloves for flavor and moisture during cooking.
- Air fry the garlic bulbs: Place the prepared garlic bulbs in the air fryer basket, cut side up. Set the air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and cook for 15-20 minutes until the cloves turn soft, golden, and caramelized.
- Cool and serve: Remove the garlic bulbs carefully from the air fryer and let them cool slightly. Squeeze the cloves out of their skins to use as a spread or ingredient in recipes.
Notes
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size of the garlic bulbs and the model of air fryer.
- Roasted garlic can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For milder garlic flavor, reduce cooking time slightly; for stronger, cook longer but watch to avoid burning.
- Try spreading the roasted garlic on toasted bread, mixing into mashed potatoes, or using in salad dressings for added depth.
Keywords: roasted garlic, air fryer garlic, caramelized garlic, garlic bulbs, air frying
