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Garlic is a pungent bulb used worldwide as a flavoring ingredient and culinary staple. It belongs to the allium family and is commonly used fresh, dried, or powdered.
Beneficial properties
contains sulfur compounds
supports savory flavoring
low in calories
contains antioxidants
Nutritional highlights
Garlic provides small amounts of vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, selenium, and sulfur-containing compounds such as allicin.