If you're looking to save time in the kitchen or for a meal prep alternative for freshly made garlic, you have to try this easy recipe for homemade garlic paste.
Add oil, peeled garlic, and salt to a blender or food processor.
Grind to a fine paste. Make it in batches, if needed. Note - If you are having trouble blending it, feel free to add a little more oil until you reach the desired smooth paste consistency.
Storage Instructions
Store in the refrigerator in an air-tight glass container for about 7-10 days.
To freeze, transfer the garlic paste to an ice-cube tray. Don't fill it to the brim and leave space for expansion.
Once frozen, pop the cubes out and transfer it to a Ziploc or a silicone bag and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Notes
Increase shelf-life: Instead of water, use oil to grind the paste. The oil acts as a preservative and increases the shelf life of the paste. Adding oil also prevents your garlic paste from turning green.