Use the Flat Side of a Knife Place the garlic clove under the flat side of a chef’s knife and press down gently. The slight crush loosens the skin, making it much easier to peel without damaging the garlic.
Microwave for 10 Second Place the garlic clove in the microwave for about 10 seconds. The heat will loosen the skin, making it much easier to remove without having to peel it manually.
Shake It in a Jar Place the garlic cloves in a jar, seal it, and shake vigorously. The friction from shaking will help separate the skin from the garlic, allowing you to easily remove the peel.
Use a Garlic Peeler Tube A garlic peeler tube is a simple tool that allows you to insert garlic cloves, then roll the tube back and forth. The inner ridges will remove the skin, leaving you with peeled garlic.
Soak Garlic in Warm Water Soak garlic cloves in warm water for a few minutes before peeling. The skin softens, and it becomes easier to slip off, saving you time and effort.
Peel Multiple Cloves at Once If you need to peel multiple garlic cloves, take several cloves and place them in a bowl. Cover with a larger bowl, and shake them back and forth. This method helps to loosen the skins all at once.
Use the Garlic Pre A garlic press can be a shortcut for peeling and mincing garlic. Simply place the unpeeled clove in the press and squeeze—it will press the garlic through while leaving the skin behind.