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Pickled Young Garlic Cloves

Young garlic has a milder flavor and softer texture than mature garlic, making it ideal for pickling. The cloves remain firm and less sharp in taste.

Best in season: Spring
Time
30 min
Yield
3 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Pickled young garlic cloves are a flavorful spring appetizer with a milder taste.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

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  • young garlic
    700 g
  • water
    700 ml
  • vinegar (9%)
    80 ml
  • sugar
    2 tbsp
  • salt
    1 tbsp
  • bay leaf
    2 pcs
  • black peppercorns
    8 pcs
Step by step

How to make it

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Preparation path

This recipe has 6 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 30 min
1

Prepare the garlic

Peel the garlic cloves and rinse them.

2

Blanch the garlic

Blanch in boiling water for 1 minute.

3

Fill the jars

Place the garlic into jars with spices.

4

Prepare the marinade

Boil water with salt and sugar, then add vinegar.

5

Pour and seal

Pour hot marinade over and seal tightly.

6

Cool and store

Let cool and store.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

Do I need to blanch garlic?

Yes, it helps soften the flavor.

How long does it keep?

Up to one year in a cool, dark place.

What to watch for

Common problems for this recipe

These pages help with situations that often come up during preparation, drying, or storage. Each one opens a separate page with an explanation.

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Marinade calculator

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Problems and solutions

Cloudy brine, soft vegetables, lids, mold, and other frequent situations.

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Important for safety

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