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Quick Garlic Confit

Rich and flavorful jammy roasted garlic made in the glass Anyday dish, featuring whole garlic cloves roasted to sweet and tender perfection. This easy microwave recipe delivers a delicious and versatile condiment, perfect for spreading on bread, adding to sauces, or enhancing various dishes.
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Cook Time

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Quick Garlic Confit

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Watch as whole garlic cloves transform into soft, spreadable goodness, bursting with rich flavor. Forget the oven—this recipe lets you slow-cook garlic in olive oil using the microwave, creating sweet and tender roasted garlic in a fraction of the time. Perfect for stirring into soups, spreading on toast, or blending into hummus, this quick and easy recipe is a game-changer for garlic lovers. Experience the delicious convenience of roasted garlic anytime with the Anyday dish.

All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwave and home kitchens to make sure they work— and work well. Unless specified otherwise, all recipes should be cooked at full power.


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Watch as whole garlic cloves transform into soft, spreadable goodness, bursting with rich flavor. Forget the oven—this recipe lets you slow-cook garlic in olive oil using the microwave, creating sweet and tender roasted garlic in a fraction of the time. Perfect for stirring into soups, spreading on toast, or blending into hummus, this quick and easy recipe is a game-changer for garlic lovers. Experience the delicious convenience of roasted garlic anytime with the Anyday dish.

All of Anyday’s recipes are tested (and retested!) in many different microwave and home kitchens to make sure they work— and work well. Unless specified otherwise, all recipes should be cooked at full power.


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Ingredients

  • 6 oz (170g) whole peeled garlic cloves, about 1 ½ cups
  • 1 cup (250ml) olive oil
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme or rosemary, optional

Preparation

  1. Add garlic, olive oil, and herbs (if using) to an Anyday Deep dish. The garlic should sink under the oil. If your garlic floats to the top, make sure to place a paper towel to ensure the garlic is fully submerged.
  2. Cover with lid (knob lifted) and cook in the microwave at Power Level 5
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    Certain foods cook best in the microwave at lower power levels. 

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    Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level.

    For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.

    Microwaves list power levels in different ways. Here’s a guide to help you adjust:

    PL 10 = 100% = High (default)

    PL 9 = 90% = High

    PL 8 = 80% = Med-High

    PL 7 = 70% = Med-High

    PL 6 = 60% = Medium

    PL 5 = 50% = Medium

    PL 4 = 40% = Med-Low

    PL 3 = 30% = Med-Low

    PL 2 = 20% = Low

    PL 1 = 10% = Low

    You will know if the power level has been successfully changed if you hear periodic changes in the microwave’s tone after it begins cooking.

     for 10-12 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and mashable.
  3. Allow to cool completely. Store garlic confit in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

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Recipe Notes

  • You can use any oil you have available, regular veggie or olive oil.
  • If you liked this recipe, check out our recipe for Tomato Confit.
  • If using pure olive oil, you can freeze the oil and garlic in the 2 Tablespoons Anytime Freezer Trays, and save until needed for up to 6 months.
  • Microwave ovens vary, even with the same wattages. Adjust cooking times as needed.

All You Need to Know About Making Garlic Confit in the Microwave

What does it mean to “confit” garlic?

Confit is a cooking method that involves slow-cooking food in fat at a low temperature. Traditionally, it refers to meat, such as duck or pork, cooked slowly in its own fat until tender and flavorful. However, this technique can also be applied to vegetables, like garlic, which when cooked slowly in oil until become soft, flavorful, and spreadable. This technique is known for its ability to preserve food and enhance its taste.

Can I make garlic confit in the microwave?

Yes, you can easily make garlic confit in the microwave using an Anyday dish. Microwaving saves time and avoids heating up your kitchen. Reduce the power level to ensure the garlic won’t burn and achieves a tender, slightly sweet texture.

How do I prevent the garlic from burning in the microwave?

To ensure the garlic doesn’t burn, set the power level according to your microwave’s wattage as directed in the recipe. Ensure the cloves are fully covered in oil to prevent them from toasting too quickly. If the garlic cloves float to the top, place a paper towel over them and saturate it with oil. This will keep the cloves submerged and coated.

What type of oil should I use for microwave garlic confit?

Light or regular olive oil is a great choice for garlic confit. It pairs well with the garlic and can be safely used in the microwave with an Anyday dish. Other oils, such as vegetable, corn, or grapeseed, can also be used with great results.

How long does it take to make garlic confit in the microwave?

Cooking times may vary, but typically it takes about 12-15 minutes on low power using an Anyday dish. Check periodically to ensure the garlic becomes soft and tender.

How should I store microwave garlic confit?

Once cooled, cover the garlic confit with the Anyday lid and store it in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to three months.

Can I use microwave garlic confit in different recipes?

Absolutely! Microwave garlic confit made in an Anyday dish is perfect for stirring into soups, spreading on toast, blending into hummus, or adding to any dish that needs a boost of sweet, roasted garlic flavor, such as salmon, meatloaf, or shrimp.

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