Garlic transforms culinary experience

Kitty Scully says humble garlic bulb adds flavour and nutritional kick.

FOR such a basic bulb, garlic or Allium sativum certainly has a big reputation and robust flavour.

Although garlic may not exactly ward off vampires, it is guaranteed to transform any meal into an aromatic and health- boosting culinary experience. Raw or cooked garlic adds a wonderful flavour and nutritional kick to any dish, with raw or pressed being the preferred mode for maximising its many health benefits. However, if you cannot tolerate raw garlic, add it chopped to foods while they are cooking. It’s best to add it towards the end of the cooking process to retain the maximum amount of garlic goodness.