5-Minute Air Fryer Roasted Garlic Magic That Wows Recipe

Introduction

Roasted garlic is a simple way to elevate any dish, and with the air fryer, it’s faster and easier than ever. This quick recipe delivers soft, golden garlic cloves packed with rich flavor, perfect for spreading or mixing into your favorite meals.

A roasted garlic bulb is placed in the center of a white plate on a white marbled surface. The garlic is whole, with its outer layers slightly peeled back, revealing about 12 browned, caramelized cloves arranged in a circular pattern. The tops of the cloves are golden with some small charred spots and glistening with oil. Coarse salt crystals are scattered over the top, and a small pool of garlic-infused oil surrounds the base of the garlic bulb. The lighting highlights the texture and gloss of the roasted garlic and the warmth of the golden browns. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1 whole garlic bulb
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Slice the top off the garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle olive oil over the exposed cloves and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Step 4: Wrap the bulb in aluminum foil, leaving the top slightly open.
  5. Step 5: Place in the air fryer and cook for 25-30 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden.
  6. Step 6: Let cool slightly, then squeeze out the roasted cloves to use as desired.

Tips & Variations

  • Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model to avoid burning or undercooking.
  • Use roasted garlic as a flavorful addition to mashed potatoes, pasta, or spread it on crusty bread.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle some fresh herbs over the garlic before roasting.

Storage

Store leftover roasted garlic in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently or use cold to preserve its creamy texture and flavor.

How to Serve

A whole roasted garlic bulb with its cloves cut but still attached in a circular shape, each clove showing a golden brown, slightly charred top layer with a shiny texture from oil or butter. The garlic sits in its light beige skin and is on a white plate, with small granules of coarse salt sprinkled over the top and some oily liquid pooled around the base. The background is a white marbled texture, and soft light highlights the warm colors and textures of the roasted garlic. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I roast garlic without foil in the air fryer?

It’s best to use foil to keep the garlic moist and prevent it from drying out or burning. Wrapping loosely allows steam to escape while protecting the cloves.

How do I use roasted garlic in recipes?

Simply squeeze the soft cloves out of the skins and mix them into dishes like mashed potatoes, pasta sauces, or use them as a spread on bread for a rich, mellow garlic flavor.

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5-Minute Air Fryer Roasted Garlic Magic That Wows Recipe

This easy 5-minute air fryer roasted garlic recipe delivers soft, golden cloves bursting with rich, mellow flavor. Perfect for enhancing mashed potatoes, pasta dishes, or as a savory spread, this quick and fuss-free method uses minimal ingredients and yields delicious roasted garlic in under half an hour.

  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Total Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 roasted garlic bulb 1x
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Universal

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 whole garlic bulb
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat fully for even cooking.
  2. Prepare Garlic Bulb: Slice the top off the garlic bulb carefully to expose the tops of the individual cloves, making them accessible for roasting.
  3. Season Garlic: Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the exposed garlic cloves and sprinkle salt to taste to enhance the flavor.
  4. Wrap in Foil: Wrap the garlic bulb in aluminum foil loosely, leaving the top slightly open to allow steam to escape during cooking.
  5. Cook in Air Fryer: Place the wrapped garlic bulb into the air fryer basket and roast for 25-30 minutes until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
  6. Cool and Extract: Remove from the air fryer, let it cool slightly to handle, then squeeze out the roasted garlic cloves from their skins for immediate use.

Notes

  • Store any leftover roasted garlic in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Roasted garlic is excellent to stir into mashed potatoes, mix into pasta sauces, or spread on toasted bread.
  • Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your specific air fryer model; adjust accordingly for best results.

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