Herbs & Spices

Best Substitutes for Fresh Garlic

Garlic powder is the most common pantry swap — just use far less since it’s more concentrated.

Best overall swap

Garlic powder

1/8 tsp powder per 1 clove fresh garlic

Milder and sweeter than fresh — great when you’re out or need a smoother sauce texture.

All Substitutes for Fresh Garlic

Garlic powder

1/8 tsp powder per 1 clove fresh garlic

Milder and sweeter than fresh — great when you’re out or need a smoother sauce texture.

pantry-staple

Granulated garlic

1/4 tsp per 1 clove fresh garlic

Coarser than powder with a slightly more robust flavor.

Jarred minced garlic

1/2 tsp per 1 clove fresh garlic

Convenient and close in flavor, though slightly less pungent than freshly minced.

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