Garlic Loose

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Fresh Loose Garlic (Lahsun) – Bold, Aromatic Kitchen Essential

Fresh Loose Garlic, also known as Lahsun and Poondu, has a bold aroma and pungent flavour that becomes mellower and slightly sweet when cooked. Buying loose lets you choose the amount you need for curries, tadka, marinades, chutneys, roasting and sauces. Browse our Spices & Flavour Boosters or explore all fresh produce in Fresh Foods.

Why Choose Fresh Loose Garlic?

  • Loose bulbs for flexible quantities
  • Bold, pungent flavour when raw
  • Mellower and slightly sweet when cooked
  • Can be chopped, crushed, grated or roasted
  • Suitable for Indian and international recipes

Serving Suggestions

Blend garlic with ginger for a classic Ginger-Garlic Paste used in curries and marinades. Finely chop or crush it for tadka in dal and sabzi, roast whole cloves for a mellow flavour, or add it to chutneys, garlic naan, garlic butter and pasta sauces.

Product Details

  • Product: Fresh Loose Garlic
  • Also known as: Lahsun, Poondu
  • Form: Loose whole garlic bulbs
  • Taste: Bold and pungent when raw, milder when cooked
  • Best for: Curries, tadka, marinades, chutneys, roasting and sauces
  • Preparation: Separate the cloves, peel and chop, crush or grate as required
  • Storage: Keep whole bulbs in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight

Frequently Asked Questions

How should I store loose garlic?
Keep whole bulbs in a cool, dry place with good air circulation. Avoid sealed plastic bags and excess moisture.

How can I peel garlic quickly?
Press a clove gently under the flat side of a knife to loosen the skin, then peel it away.

Does garlic taste different when roasted?
Yes. Roasting softens garlic’s sharpness and gives it a mellower, slightly sweet flavour.