How to Freeze Garlic: Two Easy Methods to Save Time and Flavor

How to Freeze Garlic the Right Way!

If you cook often, you know that garlic is a must-have in almost every dish. But peeling and chopping garlic every single time can be a hassle — especially when you’re in a rush.

Good news: you can freeze garlic, and it’s a total game changer! In this post, I’ll walk you through two easy methods to freeze garlic at home — whether you’re using a food processor, silicone mold, or just a simple Ziploc bag.

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Step 1: Choose Your Garlic

Start by deciding which kind of garlic you’ll use:

• Pre-peeled garlic: Convenient and saves time

• Whole garlic heads: Great if you grow your own or prefer organic

Whichever you choose, make sure to check where it’s from and do a little research — quality garlic makes a big difference.

How to freeze Garlic - Video 🎥

Storage Tips

• Use airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags

• Store for up to 6 months

• No need to thaw — just toss it straight into your pan or sauce!

Want to See It Step by Step?

I walk through both freezing methods in this video:
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You’ll also find helpful tools I use, like the silicone mold and vacuum-seal container — all linked in the video description!

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Step 2: Prep the Garlic

If you're using a large quantity, the easiest way to prep is with a food processor:

• Add the peeled garlic to the processor

• Don't add any ingredients if you’re freezing it

• If storing in the fridge instead, you can blend it with salt and olive oil, pack into a jar, and cover with a thin layer of oil to preserve (must be used within 1 week)

👩‍🍳 Freezer tip: For long-term storage, skip the oil and salt — freeze it plain.

Freezer tips

And if you're a visual learner, you can watch the full video tutorial here:

Method 1: Freezing Garlic in Silicone Molds

This is my favorite method because it gives you pre-measured garlic portions ready to pop into any dish.

How to do it:

1. Scoop 1 tablespoon of ground garlic into each square of a silicone mold

2. Cover with plastic wrap (if your mold doesn’t have a lid)

3. Freeze for a few hours

4. Transfer the frozen cubes to an airtight container or freezer bag

5. Optional: Use a vacuum pump to remove extra air

Each cube = approx. 1 tablespoon of garlic. Easy, mess-free, and super convenient.

Don’t Have a Silicone Mold?

No worries! Here’s an alternative that works just as well.

Method 2: Freezing Garlic in a Ziploc Bag

1. Spread the garlic in a flat layer inside the bag

2. Use the back of a knife to gently score it into squares

3. Freeze for a couple of hours

4. Break into chunks and store in the same bag or in a separate container

5. Remove air as much as possible to prevent freezer burn

You might not get perfect measurements, but honestly… there’s never too much garlic, right? 😉

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