Ma Nl Jang Ah Jji (Pickled Garlic in Soy Sauce)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 3

Pickled Garlic in Soy Sauce

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

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Ma Nl Jang Ah Jji, or Pickled Garlic in Soy Sauce, is a traditional Korean dish that is both delicious and healthy. Garlic has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments due to its powerful anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial properties. Pickling garlic in soy sauce is a great way to enhance its flavor while also preserving its health benefits. This dish is commonly served as an appetizer or snack and can be enjoyed alone or alongside other Korean dishes.

Instructions

1.	Peel and wash the garlic in cold water, then pat dry it.
2.	Take a container with a tight lid and pour in the soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar and salt. Mix well until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
3.	Add the garlic to the mixture and mix it well to coat the garlic.
4.	Cover the container and let it marinate in the fridge for at least a day before serving.
5.	Serve the pickled garlic as a tasty appetizer or snack.

PROS

Pickled Garlic in Soy Sauce is easy to prepare and stores well for up to a week.
Garlic is thought to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial effects and is also a good source of vitamins and minerals.

CONS

Some people may not like the strong taste of garlic or the biting aftertaste that can linger after eating it.
This dish is also quite high in sodium, so individuals on a low-sodium diet should consume in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Garlic is an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, manganese, and selenium and also contains antioxidants that help fight free radicals and promote heart health. The allicin in garlic is also thought to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits.

	3/4 lb garlic
	1/2 cup soy sauce
	1/4 cup sugar
	1/4 cup rice vinegar
	2 tablespoons salt