We've made the decision to try and source our Organic Garlic Powder that is grown, peeled and processed in central California instead of being harvested in China. Now while this is a bit more expensive we feel this is the right thing to do. We've found California grown garlic to be more potent and flavorful than the less expensive (ok cheaper) Chinese garlic. So between better flavor and to support American farmers this is the direction we've decided to go.
Every year over 15,000+ garlic lovers flock to Gilroy, California to attend the annual garlic festival where they get to sample the unusual and the exotic. What true fan of garlic doesn’t at least smile at the thought of garlic candy, pie, ice-cream, toothpaste (yes toothpaste) and soap!
Garlic comes in many forms and can be prepared in multiple ways and when cooking its flavor is both sweetened and softened. This is our Certified Organic Garlic Powder and it is cultivated in California. Garlic powder, because it disperses easily in liquids, is an excellent choice for white sauces and other recipes where flavor, but not texture or bulk, is desired. It is also frequently used in dressings, tomato based dishes and for making your own spice blends.
If you are looking for garlic flavor and texture then use Garlic Flakes (from California), Granulated Garlic is more easily dispersed than flakes and they provide more bulk and thickening than powdered garlic. We carry a full selection of garlic including our non-organic Garlic Powder (California grown), Garlic Salt, Garlic Herb Seasoning and also Organic Granulated Garlic.
Helpful hints: When choosing garlic cloves you want to be sure to select cloves that are hard and with no visible sprouts. Use caution when cooking as you don’t want to burn it or it will develop a bitter taste.
We are frequently asked about garlic powder conversion - One-half a teaspoon of garlic powder is equal to one garlic clove.
And if you are in the mood for some recipe ideas with garlic in a leading role then you will find these both easy to prepare and delightful to enjoy – Garlic Bread, Garlic Mustard Sauce, Crab Noodle Salad and Saffron Garlic Shrimp. Sorry no recipe for garlic toothpaste!
And if you are on the east coast then you should check out the Glorious Garlic Festival held each August in New York's Finger Lakes Region.
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