Storage Garlic
a basket of garlic bulbs.
domestically, garlic stored warm [above 18 °c (64 °f)] , dry keep dormant (to inhibit sprouting). traditionally hung; softneck varieties braided in strands called plaits or grappes. peeled cloves may stored in wine or vinegar in refrigerator. commercially, garlic stored @ 0 °c (32 °f), in dry, low-humidity environment. garlic keep longer if tops remain attached.
garlic kept in oil produce flavored oil; however, practice requires measures taken prevent garlic spoiling may include rancidity , growth of clostridium botulinum. acidification mild solution of vinegar minimizes bacterial growth. refrigeration not assure safety of garlic kept in oil, requiring use within 1 month avoid bacterial spoilage.
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