Prep Time: 10 minutes

Fermentation Time: 3-4 weeks

Yield: 1 pint jar

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh garlic cloves, peeled
• 1.5 tablespoons sea salt
• 2.5 cups filtered water
• Optional: fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme), bay leaves, chili flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Garlic

Peel garlic cloves. Keep them whole or slice in half if very large.

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Quick Peel Trick: Place cloves in a jar, shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Skins fall right off!

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Step 2: Make the Brine

Dissolve salt in filtered water to create a 2.5% brine.

Step 3: Add Flavoring (Optional)

Layer garlic with herbs, bay leaves, or spices of your choice for added complexity.

Step 4: Pack and Cover

Fill jar with garlic and optional aromatics. Pour brine over, leaving 1 inch headspace. Weight down.

Step 5: Ferment

Cover with cloth. Ferment at room temperature for 3-4 weeks.