Vinegar Garlic
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What it is
Vinegar garlic is a flavoring made by infusing garlic into vinegar. The garlic imparts its characteristic pungent flavor to the vinegar, creating a versatile condiment. It is often made by steeping fresh or dried garlic cloves in vinegar for a period of time.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use vinegar garlic to add a savory, pungent, and slightly acidic flavor to a variety of foods. It is commonly found in marinades, salad dressings, sauces, dips, and as a seasoning for vegetables and meats.
Health notes
Vinegar garlic is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. While garlic itself has been studied for potential health benefits, such as effects on heart health, the scientific evidence is mixed and ongoing. JECFA has evaluated vinegar as a food additive, but specific evaluations for vinegar garlic are not widely published. At typical consumption levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects.
Allergen info
Vinegar garlic is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens. Garlic is not a source of gluten.