Are you looking for a delicious and healthy snack that bursts with flavor? If so, try making air fryer garlic confit.
While in the past, my mother and grandmother would slow roast, with the air fryer, you can make this in half the time. Same great flavor, but quicker and easier!
Serve with your favorite Air Fryer Homemade Bread, or blend it into Air Fryer Mashed Potatoes, this recipe is so versatile! And it tastes amazing!
What Is Garlic Confit
Garlic confit is a cooking technique that involves slow-cooking garlic cloves in oil or fat until they become soft, tender, and deeply infused with flavor. The word “confit” comes from the French verb “confire,” which means to preserve. In this case, it refers to preserving garlic by cooking it gently in oil.
Garlic confit can be used in various ways to enhance the flavor of dishes. The soft, buttery garlic cloves can be spread on bread, mashed into a paste, or used as a flavoring agent in sauces, dressings, or marinades. The oil infused with garlic can be used for cooking or as a flavorful addition to various dishes.
Ingredients Needed
Here are the simple ingredients, you will need:
- Garlic Cloves: Use fresh garlic cloves.
- Oil: Use any high-heat oil, such as olive oil, extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, or grapeseed oil.
- Seasonings and Spices: Sea salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme
How To Make Garlic Confit In Air Fryer
Read on for step-by-step instructions on making garlic confit in an air fryer with minimal fuss and no mess!
Step One: Set the air fryer to 250°F (120°C), preheat for 3-5 minutes.
Step Two: Arrange the peeled garlic cloves in a heatproof dish or an oven-safe container that fits inside your air fryer. Ensure that the garlic cloves are in a single layer and not overcrowded.
Step Three: Pour enough oil into the dish to completely submerge the garlic cloves. You can use olive oil or any other oil of your choice.
Step Four: Place the dish with the garlic and oil into the air fryer basket or tray. Set cook time for 30-40 minutes or until the garlic cloves become soft and golden.
Step Five: Once cooked, remove the dish from the air fryer and let the garlic confit cool to room temperature. Transfer the garlic cloves and the oil into an airtight container, making sure the cloves are fully submerged in the oil. Store the container in the refrigerator.
Air Fryer Garlic Confit Recipe Tips
- Use peeled whole garlic cloves: Start with fresh garlic cloves and peel them before placing them in the air fryer.
- Choose the right oil: Select a neutral oil with a high smoke point for the best results.
- Keep the garlic cloves submerged: Ensure they are fully submerged in the oil during cooking and storing them.
- Don’t overcrowd the dish: Arrange the garlic cloves in a single layer in a heatproof dish or container.
- Consider adding herbs or spices: Enhance the flavor of your garlic confit by adding herbs or spices to the oil.
- Experiment with different variations: While the classic garlic confit is made with plain peeled cloves, feel free to experiment with different flavor profiles.
- Store properly: Once the garlic confit has cooled, transfer it to a clean, airtight container and store it in the refrigerator.
Garlic Confit Air Fryer Recipe Faqs
What is garlic confit? Garlic confit is a cooking technique where garlic cloves are slowly cooked in oil until they become tender, sweet, and fragrant.
Can I use any type of oil for garlic confit? Yes, you can use various oils, such as olive oil, avocado oil, or any other oil with a high smoke point, depending on your flavor preference.
How long does it take to make garlic confit in an air fryer? Garlic confit in an air fryer typically takes about 20-25 minutes at a low temperature (around 250°F or 120°C).
Can I store garlic confit? If so, how? Yes, you can store garlic confit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Ensure the garlic is submerged in oil to prevent spoilage.
What can I use garlic confit for? Garlic confit is versatile; you can use it in pasta dishes, spread it on bread, add it to sauces, or use it as a flavorful topping for meats and vegetables.
Do I need to peel the garlic cloves? Yes, it’s best to peel the garlic cloves before cooking them in the air fryer to ensure they cook evenly and absorb the oil.
Is garlic confit healthy? While garlic confit is a flavorful addition to many dishes, it is high in oil, so it’s best to enjoy it in moderation.
Can I use roasted garlic instead of confit? While both are delicious, roasted garlic has a different flavor profile and texture compared to garlic confit, so it’s best to use the specific method for the desired result.
Serving Suggestions
Air fryer garlic confit can be used in various ways to enhance your dishes’ flavor. Here are some ideas on how to use air fryer garlic confit:
- Spread on bread: The soft and flavorful garlic cloves from the confit can be spread on toasted bread or baguette slices.
- Blend into sauces and dressings: Incorporate air fryer garlic confit into your homemade ones.
- Add to mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables: Mash a few cloves of air fryer garlic confit into cooked potatoes for flavorful garlic mashed potatoes.
- Use in pasta dishes: Stir air fryer garlic confit into pasta dishes to elevate the flavors.
- Flavor grilled or roasted meats: Rub air fryer garlic confit onto meats before grilling or roasting for added flavor.
- Enhance soups and stews: Drop a few cloves of air fryer garlic confit into soups or stews for a rich and aromatic flavor.
- Mix into marinades: Combine air fryer garlic confit with other ingredients to create flavorful marinades for meats, poultry, or seafood.
- Incorporate into dips and spreads: Blend air fryer garlic confit into dips like hummus, tzatziki, or guacamole for an extra punch of garlic flavor.
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Air Fryer Garlic Confit
Description
Ingredients
- 8 whole garlic cloves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, or adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or adjust to taste
- 3 sprigs thyme
Instructions
- Set the air fryer to a low temperature, around 250°F (120°C). Preheating is not required but can help speed up the cooking process.
- Arrange the peeled garlic cloves in a heatproof dish or an oven-safe container that fits inside your air fryer. Ensure that the garlic cloves are in a single layer and not overcrowded.
- Pour enough oil into the dish to completely submerge the garlic cloves. You can use olive oil or any other oil of your choice.
- Place the dish with the garlic and oil into the air fryer basket or tray. Cook at a low temperature for about 30-40 minutes or until the garlic cloves become soft and golden. The exact cooking time may vary based on the size of the garlic cloves and your specific air fryer model.
- Once cooked, remove the dish from the air fryer and let the garlic confit cool to room temperature. Transfer the garlic cloves and the oil into an airtight container, making sure the cloves are fully submerged in the oil. Store the container in the refrigerator.
Equipment
- Baking Pan
Nutrition
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Josephine. B
Hi Laurie, Can “Garlic Confit” be frozen for longer keeping rather than just in the fridge?
Cheers,
Josephine B
Laurie
Hi Josephine: I have made this before and froze it, for future use. I would recommend freezing it in ice cube trays, and then place the frozen cubes into a freezer safe bag. It should last for about 1-2 months.