Description
This simple and flavorful recipe for Roasted Air Fryer Garlic Bulbs delivers sweet, soft garlic cloves with minimal effort. Using an air fryer, garlic bulbs are roasted until tender and caramelized, making them perfect as a spread or addition to many dishes. The garlic is seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garnished with fresh parsley for a lovely presentation and enhanced flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy way to enjoy roasted garlic without heating up the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Garlic Bulbs
- 2 bulbs Garlic (Choose large bulbs for the best roasting results)
Seasonings and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Any neutral oil can be substituted)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Pepper (Optional but recommended for a gentle kick)
- 2 tablespoons Minced Fresh Parsley (For garnish and presentation)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and let it preheat to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare Garlic Bulbs: Slice the top off each garlic bulb to expose the individual cloves inside. Drizzle olive oil over the exposed cloves, then sprinkle salt and pepper evenly to enhance flavor.
- Wrap Bulbs: Wrap each garlic bulb tightly in aluminum foil to trap moisture and ensure the garlic roasts evenly and stays soft.
- Air Fry: Place the wrapped garlic bulbs into the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 minutes at 400°F (204°C), allowing the garlic to become soft and caramelized.
- Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the garlic bulbs from the air fryer. Let them cool for about 5 minutes until safe to handle. Then, squeeze the softened garlic cloves out of the papery skins into a bowl. Garnish with minced fresh parsley as desired before serving.
Notes
- Use large garlic bulbs for the best results to get plenty of soft cloves.
- Adjust salt and pepper to personal preference or dietary need.
- Wrapping with foil is essential to keep the garlic moist and tender during air frying.
- Soft roasted garlic can be used as a spread on bread, mixed into sauces, or added to various dishes for added sweetness and depth.
- Allow bulbs to cool slightly before handling to avoid burns.
