How To Make Black Garlic in a Rice Cooker
Umami-packed black garlic is a terrific staple to have on hand. It adds depth and delicious funkiness to any dish. But it’s not always easy to find. The solution: Make your own. In a clip from this year’s Food & Wine Classic in Aspen (below), Top Chef champion Mei Lin reveals how to make black garlic at home in a rice cooker. It does take time (about nine to twelve days), but after that you’ll have your own private supply of what Lin calls “the most tastiest thing.”