TechniquesJacques Pépin on How to Chop GarlicJacques Pepin reveals his expert technique.1. Smash an entire head of garlic with the heel of your hand.2. Continue to smash garlic head until cloves break apart. (If garlic has been stored in a cool, dry environment, this will happen quickly.)3. Working with 1 clove at a time and using a chef's knife, gently press the flat side of the blade against garlic to crush it.4. Holding one end of the clove with one hand, gently tap it with the knife to release it from its skin.ADVERTISEMENTADAD5. Chop the garlic, rocking the knife back and forth to produce a coarse paste. See all of our Jacques Pepin galleries.Keep ReadingOm Ali (Egyptian Bread Pudding)By MICHAEL MINAFeta-Brined Roast ChickenBy MICHAEL MINAKoshari (Egyptian Lentils, Pasta, and Rice)By MICHAEL MINALiberian Collard Greens with Smoked HerringBy RACHAEL ELLIOTTAvocado Mashed PotatoesBy FARIDEH SADEGHINHumbà BeetsBy JAMILYN SALONGA-BAILEY AND LORDFER LALICONFish BistekBy JAMILYN SALONGA-BAILEY AND LORDFER LALICONSinangag (Crispy Garlic Rice)By JAMILYN SALONGA-BAILEY AND LORDFER LALICONChicken TocinoBy JAMILYN SALONGA-BAILEY AND LORDFER LALICONSee AllContinue to Next StoryADVERTISEMENTADAD
