This Man's Cook All-Purpose Garlic Vinegar

1. Peel 1kg of garlic and trim off the stem ends cleanly.
2. Since moisture must be avoided when making the vinegar, spread the prepared garlic out and let it dry at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. Chop the dried garlic into rice-grain-sized pieces. Avoid using a blender, as it may cause excessive juice to leak out and result in a fishy taste; use a mincer or cutter instead.
4. Transfer all chopped garlic into a clean, airtight container.
5. Evenly sprinkle 2 tablespoons of ground cinnamon over the garlic.
6. Pour 800ml of syrup over the garlic until fully covered.
7. Do not stir immediately after pouring—let it sit undisturbed for one hour so the syrup can naturally seep between the garlic pieces.
8. After one hour, once the syrup has fully penetrated to the bottom, use a spoon to thoroughly mix from the bottom up.
9. Seal the container tightly and age in the refrigerator for five days before using in various dishes.

Cooking tips 💡

• Avoid using a blender, as it can extract too much garlic juice, leading to a bitter taste. Always use a mincer or cutter.
• If you prefer less cinnamon aroma, reduce the amount to 1 tablespoon.
• Use this garlic vinegar as a substitute for minced garlic and sugar in various meat dishes and braised recipes to enhance depth and savoriness.
• For homemade garlic tea, age it in the refrigerator for an additional month, then dissolve in warm water before drinking.

Recommended for 🙋

• ⭐Those who want to easily add deep flavor and umami to meat dishes and braised recipes.
• ⭐Those seeking a healthy, homemade natural seasoning alternative to sugar or artificial corn syrup.
• ⭐Those looking to efficiently use large quantities of garlic and store it long-term for repeated use.