Garlic

The GARLIC used is obtained from ripe, fresh, top quality garlic. The garlic is washed, trimmed, then peeled and sliced, chopped or ground before drying.

Dried garlic (Allium sativum) is an essential ingredient in the food industry, prized for its powerful aromatic profile and functional properties. Its processing follows strict quality standards to guarantee the stability of its volatile compounds and its microbiological purity.

Varieties of Garlic available

GARLIC flakes

Garlic flakes are obtained through a careful drying process that preserves its aroma and flavor, perfect for meat products and prepared dishes.

Garlic powder

Facilitates homogeneous integration in liquid and dry formulations.

Granulated garlic from China

The Granulated Garlic from China is perfect for seasoning dishes, offering an intense and prolonged flavor in each preparation.

First class granulated garlic from China

Our selection of Chinese first class granulated garlic guarantees an excellent quality product, ideal for spice blends and marinades.

Characteristics of garlic

Dehydrated garlic maintains its cream color and characteristic aromatic profile thanks to optimized drying processes. Its main characteristics include:

• Low humidity (<6%)Ensures microbiological stability and longer shelf life.
  
• High concentration of sulfur compoundsResponsible for its aroma and biological activity.
  
• Versatile formatCompatible with a wide range of industrial applications. 

Properties of garlic

Garlic is a rich source of bioactive compounds with key benefits for the food industry:

• Allicin and other organosulfur compoundsPotent antimicrobial and antioxidant activity.
  
• Flavonoids and saponinsThey contribute to the oxidative stability of foods.
  
• Volatile compoundsVolatile compounds: Improve the intensity and persistence of aroma in food formulations. 

These components are validated by advanced analytical techniques such as gas chromatography (GC-MS) and UV-Vis spectrophotometry.

Benefits of garlic

The use of dehydrated garlic in the food industry offers multiple advantages:

• Optimization of the sensory profileProvides aromatic intensity and persistence to the products.
  
• Antioxidant functionProtects against oxidation of fats and oils, prolonging the useful life.
  
• Antimicrobial activityIt acts as a natural preservative in meat products and sauces. 

Uses of garlic

Dehydrated garlic and its extracts are widely used in the food industry:

• Meat industryImproves flavor and acts as a natural preservative in sausages and marinades.
  
• Sauces and dressings: Enhances microbiological stability and organoleptic profile.
  
• Ready meals and snacksProvides a characteristic flavor and improves oxidative stability.
• Functional foods and nutraceuticals: Used for their antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits.