10/20/2026
Garlic cooks quickly and can go from golden to burnt in a short time, especially when finely minced. Burnt garlic can develop a bitter flavor that affects the taste of the entire dish.
To help prevent burning, cook garlic over lower to medium heat and stir it frequently. Many recipes also work best when garlic is added after ingredients like onions have already started cooking.
When garlic becomes lightly golden and fragrant, it's usually time to move to the next step in the recipe.