This Man's Cook Garlic Braised in Soy Sauce
A savory, slightly sweet side dish made by braising whole garlic cloves in soy sauce and syrup until chewy, with a spicy kick from chili to balance richness.
Ingredients needed 4 servings
Recipe
Cooking tips
- Do not cook garlic whole—cutting it in half ensures even seasoning and prevents under-seasoning; otherwise, it takes too long and lacks proper texture.
- Sauté the garlic thoroughly in oil at first to eliminate its sharp, pungent taste and maximize sweetness and nuttiness.
- Use generous amounts of corn syrup or jujube syrup equal to the mirin to achieve the signature glossy sheen and chewy, resilient texture of this dish.
Recommended for
- Those who want to enjoy a mildly spicy, sweet-and-salty garlic side dish without overwhelming heat.
- People looking to stock up on a chewy, appetite-awakening side dish.
- Those seeking a chili-infused side dish that remains fresh and never tiresome.
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