chop garlic in literally 3 seconds

Ingredients

• 5 cloves Garlic Clove (fresh, unpeeled)
• 0.0625 teaspoon Kosher Salt (optional – used to create a finer paste)

Instructions

1. Trim and Peel

   Cut off the root end of each garlic clove, give it a light crush with the flat side of the knife, then peel off the skin.

   Time: PT30S

2. First Smash and Smear

   Place the peeled clove on the board, hold the knife at a slight angle and smash it flat, then smear the garlic toward you with the blade.

   Time: PT30S

3. Level‑1 Chop (Optional)

   If you want a bit more texture for quick stir‑fries, give the smashed garlic 3‑4 quick chops across the board.

   Time: PT30S

4. Level‑2 Fine Mince

   For a finer, restaurant‑style mince, continue chopping the garlic for another 30 seconds until uniformly small pieces form.

   Time: PT30S

5. Add Salt for Paste

   Sprinkle a pinch (about 1/16 tsp) of kosher salt over the minced garlic, let it sit for 1 minute to draw out moisture.

   Time: PT1M

6. Final Smear and Quick Chop

   After the minute, smash and smear the garlic again, then give it one quick chop to achieve a smooth paste.

   Time: PT30S

7. Store or Use Immediately

   Transfer the garlic to a small bowl. Use it right away in stir‑fries, sauces, or soups, or store as described in the storage section.

   Time: PT30S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

20

Protein

1 g

Carbohydrates

4 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0.5 g