How to Sauté Garlic Without Bitterness

Garlic adds powerful flavor, but even a few seconds of overcooking can make it bitter.

How to sauté garlic without bitterness

To sauté garlic without bitterness, cook it briefly over low to medium heat and remove it as soon as it becomes fragrant.

Why garlic turns bitter

Garlic burns much faster than onions due to its small size and high sulfur content.

Once burned, garlic cannot be fixed and will affect the entire dish.

Best technique for sautéing garlic

• Use low to medium heat.
• Add garlic after onions or other vegetables.
• Stir constantly for 20–40 seconds.
• Remove from heat once lightly golden.

Common mistakes

1. Adding garlic to an empty hot pan.
2. Cooking garlic alone for too long.
3. Using very high heat.

Conclusion

Perfect garlic sautéing is quick, controlled, and focused on aroma rather than color.