Moldy garlic doesnt bode well for your cooking plans.
Heres what to know, including whether that garlic is OK to use.
Garlic is one of the most universally beloved ingredients out there.
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So what should you do when you pull your garlic out and find that it is fuzzy?
Is it still safe to eat?
What should you do with moldy garlic?
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Heres everything you gotta know.
Do not eat garlic that is showing signs of mold growth.
Other signs that your garlic has gone bad include mushy cloves or cloves that feel hollow and crunchy.
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How Long Does Garlic Last?
As long as its stored properly, unpeeled garlic can last up to six months.
Once the cloves are unpeeled, they should be used within a week or two.
(This goes for garlic you purchase pre-peeled, too: Use that garlic quickly!)
In its bulb form,garlic should be storedin a cool, dark place, like a pantry.
Keep wholegarlic bulbsin mesh bags, a basket, or a crate in your pantry or a dark cupboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, you should avoid planting moldy garlic.
You shouldn’t compost moldy garlic either.
Throw it directly into the trash, not your compost bin.
