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Don’t Throw Away Your Garlic Peels!

Garlic peels may seem like kitchen scraps, but they have several surprising and useful purposes! Here are different ways to use garlic peels:

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1. Add to Broth or Stock

Toss garlic peels into homemade vegetable or meat stock for extra flavor and nutrients. Strain before serving.

2. Compost Them

Garlic peels are great for compost piles—they break down quickly and add trace minerals.

3. Natural Plant Fertilizer

Soak peels in water for a few days, then use the strained “garlic peel tea” to water plants. It’s mildly antifungal and adds nutrients.

4. Repel Pests

Scatter dry garlic peels around your garden beds to deter insects, especially aphids and some beetles.

5. Infuse Vinegar or Oil

Add clean, dry garlic peels to vinegar or oil to subtly enhance flavor. Let sit for 1–2 weeks, then strain.

6. Add to Grain Cooking Water

Throw a few into the pot when boiling rice, quinoa, or beans. Remove before serving for a light garlic essence.

7. Use in DIY Skin Scrubs

Grind dry garlic peels into a fine powder and mix with natural ingredients like honey or oats for a gentle exfoliant (note: may have a strong scent).

8. Homemade Garlic Powder

Yes, you can make garlic powder from garlic peels—but with a catch.

The thin, papery outer skins (the ones that flake off easily) don’t have much flavor and aren’t ideal for garlic powder. However, the inner peel layers—especially the thin skins that cling tightly to each clove and carry more of the garlic’s oils—can be dried and ground into a mild, slightly garlicky powder.

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How to Make Garlic Peel Powder:

1. Collect inner garlic skins (the ones that are more pliable and aromatic).

2. Dry completely—air dry, or bake at the lowest oven temp (170°F or lower) until crisp.

3. Grind finely using a spice grinder, mortar and pestle, or coffee grinder.

4. Store in an airtight jar away from light.

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Uses:

• Mix into spice blends.

• Sprinkle on roasted veggies, soups, or popcorn.

• Add to rubs or marinades for a subtle flavor boost.

It won’t be as strong as true garlic powder, but it’s a great zero-waste seasoning option.

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