Sweet & Savory Braised Garlic: A Chewy and Soft Must-Have Side Dish
Garlic’s Transformation! Delicious Braised Garlic with Savory Sauce Recipe
Turn ordinary garlic into something extraordinary! This delicious braised garlic, simmered in a sweet and savory sauce that’s loved by kids and adults alike, boasts a wonderfully chewy and soft texture. It’s the perfect side dish that will have everyone asking for more rice. Discover its magical appeal – try making it now!
Main Ingredients
- 30 cloves of garlic (adjust size as needed)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste – add more if you prefer it spicier)
- 2 Tbsp Jin Ganjang (Korean soy sauce – for umami and saltiness)
- 1.5 Tbsp Corn syrup or Oligosaccharide (for shine and sweetness)
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste – add more if you prefer it spicier)
- 2 Tbsp Jin Ganjang (Korean soy sauce – for umami and saltiness)
- 1.5 Tbsp Corn syrup or Oligosaccharide (for shine and sweetness)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the garlic cloves. If any garlic cloves are particularly large, cut them in half or into thirds to ensure the sauce coats them evenly. Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Add all the prepared garlic cloves to the pan.
Step 2
Cook the garlic over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning. As the garlic turns golden brown, it will develop a subtle sweetness. It’s important to cook it thoroughly until it’s almost browned but not burnt.
Step 3
Once the garlic is sufficiently cooked, turn off the heat. Push the sautéed garlic to one side of the pan. In the empty space, add all the sauce ingredients: gochujang, jin ganjang, and corn syrup.
Step 4
Turn the heat back on to low. Gently mix the garlic and the sauce ingredients together with a spatula. Continue to simmer and stir until the sauce coats the garlic evenly. The key is to keep stirring to prevent anything from sticking or burning.
Step 5
When the garlic and sauce are well combined and glistening, turn off the heat. Transfer the delicious braised garlic to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for a beautiful garnish. Your flavorful garlic side dish is now ready!
