Ail Ou Echalotes Confits Garlic Or Shallot Confit Recipes

GARLIC CONFIT

Garlic Confit image

Confit is a method that preserves food in oil and was used before the invention of refrigeration. Use the garlic cloves in mashed potatoes, pasta, garlic bread, or as a quick way to season steamed veggies. Look for bulbs that have cloves that are tight and the skin should have a purple hue. I've used thyme but feel free to use your favorite fresh herbs.

Provided by Bren

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Canning and Preserving Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

2 bulbs garlic
¾ cup pure olive oil
2 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

Cut the tops off the garlic bulbs, place on a clean working surface, and press down firmly with the flat part of a large knife to separate the cloves from the bulb. Remove the skins and discard.
Pour oil into a very small pot; add garlic cloves and thyme.
Turn heat to medium and cook until bubbles start to form. Lower the heat to the lowest possible setting and cook until garlic is soft but not brown, 20 to 25 minutes, depending on the size of the cloves.
Place garlic cloves and oil in an ice cube tray and freeze until firm, 2 to 3 hours. Remove frozen cubes from the tray and store in a freezer bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

SHALLOT-CHERRY CONFIT

Shallot-Cherry Confit image

Shallot confit is the inspiration behind this easy hors d'oeuvre of manchego cheese and sliced baguette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces shallots, trimmed and quartered
1 medium onion, cut into 8 wedges
1/2 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shallots, onion, cherries, and thyme. Cover, and cook until shallots and onion are soft and beginning to caramelize, 12 to 14 minutes. Stir in sugar. Continue to cook, covered, until shallots and onion are caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes.
Add vinegar and 1/4 cup warm water. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and mixture is deep brown, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

SLOW-COOKED GARLIC CONFIT

Slow-Cooked Garlic Confit image

"Confit" is food that has been preserved in fat, and when this method is applied to garlic cloves, the flavor becomes concentrated, it brings out the natural sweetness, and tames the strong bite. Add to soups, stews, vinaigrette, mashed potatoes, spread on crostini, or eat on its own!

Provided by France C

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 heads garlic
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅔ cup olive oil

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
Peel garlic cloves and place into a small 2-cup baking dish or large ramekin. Sprinkle with salt and red pepper flakes. Drizzle with oil, ensuring all cloves are covered. Cover dish with foil.
Bake in the oven until garlic cloves are soft and just starting to brown around the edges, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Do not overcook, as garlic will become bitter.
Transfer garlic cloves to a clean jar. Cover lightly with oil. Seal lid and refrigerate; use within 3 to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 74 mg, Sugar 0.1 g