This Instant Pot roasted garlic recipe provides a quick and easy way to enjoy the delicious flavor of roasted garlic without the long wait. With just a few simple ingredients and the help of your Instant Pot, you can have perfectly roasted garlic cloves ready to use in a variety of dishes. Whether you spread it on bread, mix it into sauces, or use it as a topping for your favorite recipes, this Instant Pot roasted garlic will add a rich and savory touch to your meals. And the best part? It only takes a fraction of the time compared to traditional roasting methods!
Ingredients
- 4 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Directions
- Peel off the outer papery layers of the garlic bulbs, leaving the cloves intact.
- Cut the top off each garlic bulb to expose the individual cloves.
- Drizzle olive oil over the exposed cloves, making sure they are well coated.
- Sprinkle salt over the garlic bulbs.
- Place a trivet inside your Instant Pot and pour in 1 cup of water.
- Arrange the garlic bulbs on the trivet.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position.
- Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and set the timer to 10 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the timer goes off, allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes before quick releasing any remaining pressure.
- Carefully open the lid and use tongs to remove the roasted garlic bulbs from the Instant Pot.
- Let the garlic bulbs cool slightly before squeezing out the roasted cloves from their skins.
- Use the roasted garlic immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Interesting Facts
Roasted garlic not only adds a delicious flavor to dishes but also offers numerous health benefits. It is known to boost the immune system, reduce cholesterol levels, and even help lower blood pressure.
Roasted garlic can be used in a variety of dishes such as mashed potatoes, pasta sauces, pizzas, and even as a spread on bread.
The Instant Pot provides a time-saving alternative to traditional roasting methods, making it a convenient tool in the kitchen for busy home cooks.