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    Home » Recipes » Fruit & Veggies

    Sous Vide Garlic Confit Recipe

    Jun 30, 2021 · 2 Comments

    Sous vide garlic confit is truly fantastic. In this recipe, we confit garlic using the power of the temperature-controlling sous vide.

    The result? Insanely good and fool-proof garlic confit for any occasion.

    I have to admit, I was skeptical at first. Why spend one and a half hours cooking garlic confit sous vide when you could confit quicker using a different method? But I decided to give it a try cause I heard great things, and my mind was instantly changed. It was amazing.

    First off, the flavor tasted like the true essence of garlic.  Second, it is incredibly simple to get awesome results. And last, the texture comes out perfect.

    Now go on and whip up sous vide garlic confit for your next dinner party, garlic bread, or literally any occasion. You won’t be disappointed.

    Packaging

    An essential part of cooking sous vide is putting ingredients in an air-tight bag or container. The two most common techniques to package your ingredients are vacuum sealing and using the water displacement method.

    However, in this recipe, we keep things simple by using canning jars. Just add all the ingredients into canning jars, tighten the lid, and carefully drop the jar in the water bath using rubber tongs.

    Note that the lid should not be put on too tight or the air pressure will not be able to release, causing the jars to shatter in the water. Try only using your fingertips when attaching the lid.

    sous vide garlic confit in mason jar

    Garlic Time and Temperature

    Through lots of R&D, we’ve found that cooking garlic sous vide at 88C/190F for one and a half hours is the perfect combo. This time and temperature give garlic the perfect confit texture and taste that you are seeking.

    Just make sure you have a reliable sous vide that accurately regulates the temperature of the bath or your results may vary (check out the Anova or Joule).

    What To Use Garlic Confit For

    A better question here is "what can't you use garlic confit for?" Garlic confit is the perfect addition to just about any dish, and there are limitless options for using it. I made a list of a few of my favorite applications:

    • Spread it on top of bread or toast
    • Make garlic bread with it.
    • Add it in homemade hummus dip
    • Top your pizza with it
    • Add it in mashed potatoes

    sous vide garlic confit on bread

    Refrigerating the Garlic Confit

    Proper cooling and refrigeration of the garlic confit and infused oils are very important, due to the risk of developing botulism and other bacterias. To combat these risks, we recommend immediately transferring the jars to an ice bath to avoid the "danger zone."

    Once cooled, you can use the garlic immediately or store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Per food safety guidelines, it is recommended that you use them within 4 days of making.

    Special Equipment

    Sous Vide Machine – This one is obvious. To cook sous vide, you’re going to need a device to precisely regulate the temperature of the bathwater. The two best sous vide machines in the game right now are the Anova Precision Cooker and the Breville Joule.

    12-quart Container – Although you can use a basic stockpot for your sous vide cooking needs, I highly recommend buying a large plastic container. They are inexpensive and spacious, so you won’t have to worry about cooking a large batch of cheesecakes in a small pot. I recommend a 12 quart Rubbermaid container, as it is BPA-free, sturdy, and large enough for just about anything you will be cooking.

    Container Lid – If you are going to buy a plastic container, I highly suggest buying a compatible lid for it. When you sous vide for a long duration, the heat of the water causes evaporation. With a lid, it eliminates a majority of the evaporation so you can cook for hours care-free.

    Mason Jars – For this recipe, you are going to need 4 oz. canning jars. We prefer using the king of mason jars, Ball, for the job. Ball mason jars are reliable, so you can rest easy knowing the lid will remain sealed while submerged.

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    Sous Vide Garlic Confit Recipe

    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine French
    Keyword garlic, garlic confit, sous vide, sous vide garlic
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Sous Vide Time 1 hour 30 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 head garlic, cloves peeled and root ends trimmed
    • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 sprigs thyme
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 4 oz canning jar

    Instructions

    Preparation

    1. Set sous vide machine to 88C/190F.

    2. Add all ingredients into a 4 ounce canning jar. Gently submerge the entire jar in the bath using rubber tongs, and set a timer for 1 and a half hour.

    Finishing

    1. Remove jar from bath using tongs and transfer to an ice bath for 10 minutes. Once chilled, remove garlic from oil and place on a paper lined plate. Pat the cloves dry using paper towel and lightly coat them in salt to taste. Consume immediately or store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

    Recipe Notes

    As an added bonus, you will be left with a delightful garlic and thyme infused olive oil. Make sure to discard the thyme immediately, but the oil can be saved in the freezer for up to two months. Just make sure to let it thaw prior to using on your bread, pizza, pasta or whatever it may be! 

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    About Jason Veselak

    Jason is a home chef with a passion for preparing perfectly-cooked, gourmet meals at home - so naturally he became obsessed with cooking sous vide. This obsession led to a quest to find the perfect cooking time, temperatures and techniques for every type of food he puts in the bath. Jason is excited to share his pro-tips and favorite recipes to help make cooking sous vide an unforgettable experience for everyone. Follow his culinary adventures at @sousveezy on Instagram to learn more!

    This post may contain affiliate links for products I use regularly and highly recommend.

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    Comments

    1. Bob says

      November 14, 2021 at 4:45 am

      Or, store them in the oil?

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      • Margaret G says

        September 25, 2022 at 7:02 am

        We've been making garlic confit in our home for a long time, using a different method. Gonna give this a try, BUT we always store ours IN the oil in the fridge, and use the oil for pasta/bread/what have you; and smash up the garlic to infuse butter.

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