Air Fryer Roasted Garlic (20 min): Intense Flavor for Winter Dishes

Roasting garlic in an air fryer is the secret to incredibly fragrant winter cooking! You get a meltingly soft, almost creamy texture, perfect for spreading or adding to anything. The air fryer is the ultimate hassle-free solution: no need to preheat the oven or wait long. The flavor becomes mild, slightly sweet, without any spiciness. Perfect for enhancing your comforting dishes (soups, gratins, roasted vegetables, rustic open-faced sandwiches…) 🤩.

In addition, the air fryer limits the spread of intense odors in the kitchen: you can enjoy your garlic without invading the whole apartment!

• Preference: Firm head of garlic, organic if possible, for a pure flavor and ideal texture.
• Pink or white garlic: Both work, but pink garlic is milder after cooking.
• Freshness: The fresher the garlic, the less bitter it will be after roasting. The cloves should be plump and free of sprouts.

Tip: you can roast several heads at once to have some on hand (perfect for winter meal preps 🥗).

1. Remove the first dry skin from the head of garlic, without separating the cloves.
2. Cut off the top of the head (1 cm) to expose the pods.
3. Place the head of garlic on a sheet of baking paper or in a small individual casserole dish.
4. Drizzle generously with olive oil (1 tbsp: by eye, that's enough!) and lightly salt 🧂.
5. Optional: add some herbs (thyme, rosemary) for a Mediterranean touch 🌿.

No need to peel each clove: after cooking, the garlic can be pressed like a soft… and fragrant paste!

• Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (if your model recommends it).
• Place the head of garlic in the basket (in its baking paper or casserole dish). Close tightly to prevent the oil from evaporating.
• Start cooking for approximately 18 to 22 minutes: the garlic should be golden brown and tender when pierced with a knife. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
• Be careful of the steam when you open it! You can then press the pods to extract the pulp, or store it in a jar in the refrigerator.

Ultra fast, zero monitoring, and your garlic never burns thanks to the controlled circulating heat of the air fryer 🤗.

• Homemade vegetable soup : Add a spoonful of blended roasted garlic, an explosion of flavors guaranteed.
• Purée or gratin : Mix the garlic pulp with steamed potatoes or in a creamy gratin.
• Toasted bread : Spread roasted garlic on wholemeal bread, add a drizzle of oil and some thyme, it's magic for an aperitif 🍷.
• Vinaigrette with a twist : Crush some roasted garlic into your salad dressing (easier to digest than raw!).
• Stews & roasts : Incorporate into your roasts, vegetables or mushrooms for a touch of winter umami.

For more ideas, explore the air fryer recipe blog or get inspired by the air fryer-style confit garlic !

• Do I need to peel the cloves? No! After cooking, the pulp comes out on its own, zero chore.
• Can you cook several heads at once? Yes, arrange them in a single layer in the basket.
• How long does roasted garlic keep? Up to a week in the refrigerator in a small airtight container, covered with olive oil.
• Does the smell spread in the kitchen? Much less than with a traditional oven, so it's perfect for small kitchens!
• Is it compatible with all air fryer recipes? Yes, and you can get inspiration from our air fryer recipe page to vary the flavors.