Let’s face it—peeling garlic is one of the most annoying kitchen chores. The sticky skins and the small cloves often slip through your fingers, which can make cooking with fresh garlic a hassle. But what if we told you there's a simple, time-saving trick that can help you peel an entire head of garlic in under a minute?
Yes, this viral garlic-peeling hack is the real deal and once you try it, you’ll never go back to the old way. Here's how to peel garlic in just 60 seconds with minimal effort and zero frustration.
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Step-by-step Guide: Peel garlic in 60 seconds
Step 1: Grab a jar or a container with a lid
You will need something with a tight seal: a mason jar, a plastic container, or even a cocktail shaker works perfectly. The key is to have enough space for the garlic to move around.
Step 2: Break the garlic bulb apart
Take a whole bulb of garlic and press it down gently with your palm to separate the cloves. No need to remove the skins at this point. Simply just break the bulb into individual pieces.
Step 3: Toss the cloves into the jar
Once you have got all the cloves separated, toss them into the jar or container.
Step 4: Shake it like you mean it
Close the lid tightly and shake the container vigorously for 15–20 seconds. This motion causes the skins to loosen and break off from the cloves.
Step 5: Open and sort
Open the container, and you will see most of the garlic cloves have magically shed their skins. Pick out the peeled cloves and toss the skins. If any cloves still have bits of peel, they’ll slide right off with a gentle rub.
So, next time a recipe calls for minced garlic, skip the tedious peeling and use this hack instead. You will have fresh, clean cloves ready to go in under a minute and your future self will thank you.
