Garlic Crunch Recipes

In Southeast Asian cooking, crispy fried shallots and garlic add irresistible crunch and a subtle toasted sweetness to everything from curries and noodles to refreshing herb- laden salads. I like them so much and end up wanting them on everything, so making a big batch is the way to go for me. This recipe requires more knife work than any other in my book. I apologize for that, but know that the payoff is worth it. Also, once the shallots and garlic are sliced, the hard part is over. These get crunchier and cook faster if the shallot and garlic are sliced evenly and as thin as possible. If you have a mandoline, use it here. It's not totally necessary, but it makes for easier and faster work. If you're scared of the sharp blade, use a dish towel to hold on to whatever you're slicing or wear a rubber glove (the kind you might wear to wash dishes). Take. Your. Time. You'll be left with a jar of intensely flavorful oil to boot. Use that to sear fish or make dressing.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 40m

Yield 1 cup crunchies and 3/4 cup tasty oil

Number Of Ingredients 4

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Oven-baked chicken breasts boast a delicious crunchy coating with herbs and garlic.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 410 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

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This savory granola crunch is a wonderful and flavorful addition to salads, soups, side dishes - it's even wonderful as a snack.

Provided by C in PA

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.4, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 22, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8.7, Protein 6.8

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