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Garlic powder

garlic powder

Flavor and role
Garlic dried and finely ground, with a toasty, mild aroma like fried garlic. Handy for adding garlic flavour without moisture, as in rubs, batters and dressings.
Typical dishes and uses
Barbecue rubs, garlic bread, fried chicken coating, ranch dressing. In this book: BBQ pulled pork rub.
Substitutes
⅛ tsp garlic powder = 1 fresh garlic clove (about 5g). Fresh garlic contains moisture, so use it in sauces rather than rubs.
Storage
It clumps when it absorbs moisture, so keep it airtight in a cool place and use within 1 year.
Main countries
United States · China
Used in this book
BBQ Pulled PorkBeer-Can ChickenClassic Buffalo WingsCampfire Skillet NachosButtermilk Southern Fried ChickenSuyaGochujang Chimaek Beer-Can ChickenPulled Beer-Can Chicken SlidersSouthern Fried Chicken and Waffles with Spiced Maple ButterHot Honey Buffalo Chicken BowlSkillet Bannock Pizza Margherita (Italian-style)Crispy Machboos Popcorn Chicken with Black-Lime YogurtCrispy Garlic-Parmesan Gnocchi BitesBrined Soy-Garlic Fried ChickenGochujang Buffalo WingsMexican-Style Torta de MilanesaPeri-Peri Popcorn ChickenPull-Apart Cheesesteak SlidersCheddar & Spring Onion Poffertjes Skewers with Chive Sour Cream DipCrispy-Edge Pulled Pork with Beer-Braise GlazeBBQ Pulled Pork Sweet Potato BoatsShawarma Loaded FriesDouble Smash Burger with Caramelized Onions and House SauceLard-Fried Double-Dredged Chicken with Peppered Cream GravyHot Honey Fried Chicken Sandwich with Pickle SlawCharcoal Suya with Hand-Toasted Yaji and Tomato RelishSuya Beef Yaki UdonSuya Steak Crunch Salad with Peanut-Lime DressingCrispy Smash TacosTurkish Pasta Chips with Chili Butter Yogurt Dip

Updated 2026-10-10