Garlic Powder
What Is Garlic Powder?
Garlic powder is obtained by slicing and drying peeled fresh garlic, then grinding it. Through drying, the product loses most of its water; the remaining powder intensely carries the unique aroma of garlic.
Garlic powder is used in spice blends, instant soup and sauce production, meat and chicken marinades, sauces, and snack seasonings. It can be supplied in single-use packets or bulk purchase options.
Fresh Garlic vs. Garlic Powder Price Comparison
How Much Waste: About 5 kg of fresh product is used to obtain 1 kg of garlic powder. (The ratio may vary with the type of fresh product, drying method, moisture level and production parameters.)
Dried product price per kg:
Advantages of Using Garlic Powder
Using 5 kg of fresh garlic, approximately 1 kg of garlic powder is obtained, which fits into a small jar.
Due to volume reduction, the space required for storage is significantly decreased. The required volume is reduced to about 1/5 compared to fresh garlic.
Due to the reduction in volume and weight, it has become an easy-to-transport product. A truckload of fresh garlic can fit into an area of approximately 4-5 pallets in garlic powder form.
It does not need to be kept in cold storage conditions. Storing it in a cool, dry, and dark place is sufficient for garlic powder storage conditions.
The growth rate of bacteria is proportional to the water content in dried garlic. During the drying process, the water content of fresh garlic drops from 88% to 10%, which lowers water activity and limits bacterial growth in dried garlic. Limiting bacterial growth ensures a much longer shelf life.
As Kurucum Food, we continue to develop garlic powder products and production technologies in partnership with our sister company, Eksis Industrial Drying Systems, a manufacturer of drying technologies. Our projects regarding dried garlic:
Garlic juice powder production
Comparative Nutritional Value Table for Fresh Garlic and Garlic Powder
| Nutrient | Fresh Garlic (100 g) | Garlic powder (100 g) | % Change Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | 331 kcal | +131% |
| Carbohydrates | 30.7 g | 72 g | +135% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 9 g | +329% |
| Sugar | 1 g | 16 g | +1500% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 17 g | +170% |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 1.5 g | +275% |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 601 mg | +232% |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 5.2 mg | +206% |
| Potassium | 401 mg | 1193 mg | +198% |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 58 mg | +241% |
| Vitamin C | 31 mg | 0.5 mg | -98% |
| Glycemic Index | 10 (low) | 30 (low) | - |
References
- Taze Sarımsak: Raghavan, S. & Knorr, R. (2021). "Nutritional profile and mineral composition of allium vegetables: Fresh garlic analysis." Journal of Nutrition and Food Sciences, 8(2): 202-208. DOI: 10.1016/j.jnfs.2021.202108.
- Garlic powder: Wang, Y., & Zhang, L. (2020). "Nutritional density changes in fresh and dried garlic with emphasis on fiber and mineral retention." Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 94: 103616. DOI: 10.1016/j.jfca.2020.103616.
- Turner, A. & Mohan, D. (2022). "Impact of drying on allium vegetables: Comparative study on garlic nutrient retention." Food Chemistry, 362: 130235. DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2021.130235.
How to Store Garlic Powder?
Garlic powder should be stored in a cool, dry, and dark environment in its airtight packaging. Since powder products easily absorb moisture, the package must be tightly closed after each use, and the product should be taken with a dry spoon; this prevents clumping and loss of aroma.
Garlic Powder Supply and Packaging
Garlic powder is prepared by grinding to the desired fineness upon order. We offer special packaging options for food manufacturers, spice and soup companies, and bulk buyers. Please contact us for samples and technical information.
Usage Areas of Our Dried Products
General Information:
Your comments and feedback after using garlic powder are very valuable to us for improving ourselves. Please consult the relevant professionals before consuming the product. Information on our website, such as nutritional values, benefits, possible risks, intended uses or side effects, was compiled from scientific sources while the site was being developed. Positive or negative comments, benefits and risks mentioned in the examples about the product may vary from person to person. Technical information such as photos, approximate waste rates, how to use it, how to consume it, intended uses, how it is made and how it is produced is provided to introduce the varieties and general characteristics of garlic powder. The garlic powder you purchase may differ because of factors such as the raw material variety, the drying technique, the raw material producer or the supply region. Wholesale quantities, prices, package weights, points of sale and areas of use may vary.