Garlic

Garlic is a pungent, aromatic bulb made up of several individual cloves wrapped in a papery white or purple skin. Known for its strong flavor and distinctive smell, garlic is used worldwide as a seasoning and medicinal plant. When chopped or crushed, it releases sulfur compounds—especially allicin—that give it its sharp taste and aroma. Garlic can be used raw, sautéed, roasted, fermented, or turned into powders and pastes. It provides vitamins B6 and C, manganese, and antioxidants, and has long been valued for its traditional health benefits.