Source: Marina Dvorak, AdobeStockThe season for garlic scapes is so short that there's simply no time for long deliberations about what else to cook with them. That's why we've already gathered all the best recipes in one collection. Take note!
1. Garlic Scape Paste
Source: pokatim.ruThe easiest and most popular preparation using garlic scapes.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp salt.
Preparation: Rinse and dry the garlic scapes, trim the flower buds, and chop the scapes using any convenient method. Add salt and oil, then store the prepared paste in the refrigerator.
2. Garlic Scapes with Onion and Carrots
Source: babyblog.ruAn original side dish when you're tired of the usual vegetable mixes.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, 1 carrot, 2 onions, spices, sesame seeds.
Preparation: Cut the garlic scapes into large strips. Slice the onion into half-rings, and grate the carrot. Sauté the onion until translucent, add the carrot, and after a couple more minutes, add the garlic scapes. Cook for 5 minutes covered over low heat. Season and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
3. Korean-Style Garlic Scapes
Source: za-edoy.ruIf desired, add a few spoons of sesame seeds or chopped cilantro to the salad.
You will need: 400 g garlic scapes, 1 carrot, 1.5 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 2.5 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp vinegar, 0.3 tsp salt, spices for Korean carrots.
Preparation: Cut and blanch the garlic scapes for 1-2 minutes in boiling water. Then fry them in heated oil for another 6-7 minutes and let cool. Grate the carrot on a Korean grater, mix it with the scapes, add spices, sugar, salt, vinegar, and soy sauce. Let the mixture marinate for 3-4 hours in the refrigerator.
4. Omelet with Garlic Scapes
Source: dzen.ruThe perfect seasonal breakfast in just 5 minutes!
You will need: 30-40 g garlic scapes, 2 eggs, 50 ml milk, spices.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs with milk and spices. Pour boiling water over the garlic scapes for 10-15 minutes and drain. Lightly fry the scapes in a pan, pour in the eggs, and cook covered over low heat until done.
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5. Garlic Scape Salad for Winter
Source: pinterest.comIn the season of vitamin deficiency, this salad will be an excellent savior.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, 100 g carrots, 100 g parsnips, 60 g salt, 60 g sugar, 700 ml water, 50 ml vinegar, 20 g mixed peppercorns, 50 ml vegetable oil.
Preparation: Rinse and cut the scapes into pieces. Cut the carrots and parsnips into similar-sized sticks. Boil water, add sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour in the vinegar and simmer the marinade for about 10 minutes. Submerge the vegetables and garlic scapes, stir, bring to a boil again, and cook for another 5 minutes. Finally, pour in the oil and seal the salad with the marinade in sterilized jars.
6. Creamy Garlic Scape Soup
Source: recept-borscha.ruThe aroma of this soup leaves no one indifferent.
You will need: 1 bunch garlic scapes, 1.5 L vegetable broth, 2 celery stalks, 6 potatoes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop the vegetables and sauté them until the onion is translucent. Add the chopped garlic scapes and fry for another couple of minutes. Pour in the hot broth, season, and cook everything for half an hour until the potatoes are tender. Blend the soup until smooth.
7. Garlic Scape and Cream Cheese Spread
Source: koffkindom.ruPerfect for sandwiches and a variety of bruschettas.
You will need: 200 g garlic scapes, 100 g cream cheese, salt.
Preparation: Rinse and chop the garlic scapes using a blender or meat grinder. Mix the paste with cream cheese and salt to taste.
8. Fried Garlic Scapes for Winter
Source: postila.ruAn interesting preservation recipe – delicious and piquant.
You will need: 600 g garlic scapes, 3 cloves garlic, 80 ml vegetable oil, 0.5 tsp vinegar essence, 1.5 tbsp sugar, salt, spices.
Preparation: Rinse and cut the garlic scapes into medium-length pieces. Heat a pan with oil, fry the scapes until soft, drizzle with vinegar essence, and fry for another 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic, sugar, salt, and spices. Heat everything together a little more and arrange the scapes into sterilized jars. Pour the oil from the pan over them and sterilize in boiling water for another 10 minutes. Seal for winter.
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9. Omelet with Garlic Scapes and Tomatoes under Cheese
Source: AdobeStockA complete casserole, but for convenience, it's cooked in a pan.
You will need: 3 eggs, 100 g garlic scapes, 150 g cherry tomatoes, 50 g hard cheese, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Finely chop and fry the garlic scapes until lightly golden. Add quartered cherry tomatoes and fry for another 2 minutes. Whisk the eggs with spices, pour them into the pan, and sprinkle with grated cheese and herbs. Cook everything for 5 minutes covered over low heat.
10. Stewed Garlic Scapes
Source: attuale.ruThe highlight of this recipe is that beetroot is also added to the sauté.
You will need: 200 g garlic scapes, 1 onion, 50 g herbs, 1 carrot, 1 beetroot, spices.
Preparation: Finely chop and stew the garlic scapes with a small amount of water until their color changes. Add finely chopped onion, grated carrot, grated beetroot, and a little oil. Stew everything together for another 10 minutes, stirring. Season, cook for another 10 minutes, then add chopped herbs.
11. Garlic Paste for Winter
Source: pinterest.comThis paste can be stored all season in a dark, cool place.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, 150 ml vegetable oil, 30 g salt.
Preparation: Blend the garlic scapes, 100 ml oil, and salt until smooth. Transfer the paste to clean, dry jars and cover with a layer of oil.
12. Pickled Garlic Scapes for Winter
Source: pro-orehi.ruServe them as a separate appetizer or add to other dishes.
You will need: 250 g garlic scapes, 50 g salt, 50 g sugar, 1 L water, 100 ml vinegar.
Preparation: Cut the garlic scapes and pour boiling water over them for 2 minutes. Place them in sterilized jars. Boil water with salt, sugar, and vinegar. Simmer this marinade and pour it over the prepared scapes. Sterilize the jars in boiling water for another 10 minutes and seal for winter.
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13. Garlic Scape Salad with Vegetables
Source: koolinar.ruDelights not only with its taste but also with a pleasant crunchy texture.
You will need: 200 g garlic scapes, 2 cucumbers, 1 carrot, 2 onions, 2 tsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion until translucent. Add grated carrot and continue to fry until soft. Add the chopped garlic scapes and stew everything together for 15 minutes, stirring. Remove the vegetables from heat, add sliced cucumbers, and drizzle the salad with soy sauce.
14. Vegetable Soup with Garlic Scapes
Source: vk.comAdd any spices and herbs to your taste.
You will need: 3-4 potatoes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 70 g garlic scapes, 800 ml water.
Preparation: Cut the potatoes and cover them with hot water, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 minutes. In the meantime, chop and sauté the onion with the carrot. Add the garlic scapes to the sauté and fry for another 2 minutes. Add all of this to the potatoes, season, and cook the soup for another 5 minutes after it re-boils.
15. Pork with Onion and Garlic Scapes
Source: dzen.ruIt can also be served slightly cooled, as a warm salad.
You will need: 40 g onion, 250 g pork, 50 g garlic scapes, 1 pinch sugar, 1 pinch salt, 1 pinch coriander, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Cut the pork into strips, fry until browned, and add salt, sugar, and spices. Add onion half-rings and chopped garlic scapes to the pork. Fry for another 5 minutes, pour in the soy sauce, and heat everything together for another 1 minute.
16. Garlic Scapes in Tomato Sauce
Source: cookedfood.ruAnother side dish option based on beloved garlic scapes.
You will need: 180 g garlic scapes, 1 onion, 1 carrot, 250 ml tomato juice, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion with the carrot until soft. Add the chopped garlic scapes and fry everything together for another 5 minutes, stirring. Pour in thick tomato juice, season, and simmer the dish for half an hour covered over low heat.
17. Garlic Scape Pesto with Cheese
Source: v-ladu.ruA simple and accessible recipe for a classic Italian sauce.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, 200 g hard cheese, 1 tsp salt, 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, zest of half a lemon, spices, herbs.
Preparation: Blend the garlic scapes and herbs to taste. Add grated cheese and the remaining ingredients. Mix the pesto.
18. Garlic Scapes in Sour Cream
Source: povary.ruGarlic scapes have a bright and unique flavor, so they are most often prepared with minimal additions.
You will need: 500 g garlic scapes, 30 g butter, 3 tbsp sour cream, spices.
Preparation: Cut the garlic scapes into small pieces and fry for 7-10 minutes in butter, stirring. Add sour cream and spices, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
19. Garlic Scapes with Tomatoes for Winter
Source: pinterest.comA delicious and easy-to-prepare preserve for the whole family.
You will need: 1 kg garlic scapes, 1 kg tomatoes, 50 ml vegetable oil, 250 ml water, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tsp salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut the scapes into small pieces and stew them for about 10 minutes in a pan with oil and a glass of water. Peel the tomatoes and pass them through a meat grinder. Pour the tomato mixture over the garlic scapes, add salt and spices. Stew everything together for another 10 minutes and seal in sterilized jars.
20. Lard and Garlic Scape Spread
Source: postila.ruAdd spices and salt to the finished spread to your liking.
You will need: 1 kg salted lard, 500 g garlic scapes.
Preparation: Rinse and chop the garlic scapes. Pass them through a meat grinder along with the lard. If desired, add chopped herbs.