Garlic is a widely used herb, spice, and root vegetable that is grown in gardens around the world. It is known for its versatility in food preparation and other areas. However, peeling garlic can be a difficult task. From cloves sticking together to the mess left behind when peeling the outer peel, it is not something that most people enjoy doing. Fortunately, there is a helpful hack for removing garlic stems that has been shared by TikTok content creator Annabethblooms.
In a video that has gained over 500,000 views and counting, Annabethblooms demonstrates a simple and effective way to remove a garlic's stem. By slamming the root end against a hard surface, the cloves can be easily separated. Many viewers have tried this hack and found it to be successful. Annabethblooms has also taken the time to address any concerns and questions from viewers. This trick will surely come in handy for anyone planting garlic in the upcoming season.
Removing your garlic's stem
In a popular TikTok video, content creator Annabethblooms demonstrates a quick and easy method for removing the stem from garlic. By holding the garlic with the root end facing up and banging it against a wooden gardening box, the stem pops out, allowing for easy removal of the core. Annabethblooms repeats this process with multiple garlic heads, achieving the same successful result each time. While some viewers questioned the purpose of this hack, Annabethblooms explained that it is particularly useful for separating garlic cloves, especially if you plan to plant them. By keeping the papery shell of each clove intact, the cloves are more likely to grow successfully.
Did you know that you can grow new heads of garlic by planting the cloves a few inches into the ground? This gardening hack has been shared by a TikToker who emphasized that it only works with hard-neck garlic found in your garden, not the soft-neck garlic commonly sold in stores. To determine if you have hard-neck garlic, look for cloves that are thicker and less malleable compared to soft-neck garlic. If you're dealing with hard-neck garlic and want to separate the cloves for cooking or to grow more garlic, give this hack a try.
