Garlic Spice

Garlic spice is made from dried, ground garlic cloves. Garlic is a bulbous plant in the Allium family, known for its pungent flavor and aroma. The drying and grinding process concentrates its flavor.

Garlic spice is primarily used to add a savory, pungent flavor to foods. It is a common ingredient in spice blends, marinades, sauces, and processed meats. It is found in a wide variety of savory packaged foods.

Garlic spice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. Some studies suggest garlic may have cardiovascular benefits, but evidence is mixed and more research is needed. JECFA has evaluated garlic and found no safety concerns at typical consumption levels. It is not known to cause adverse health effects when consumed in amounts typically found in food.