Transylvanian Garlic (Culinary)
Culinary garlic — Grown for the Kitchen.
Pre-Orders begin in early July. Transylvanian garlic – softneck Artichoke variety with 10-15 medium to large easy-to-peel cloves. Sharp spicy flavor with good heat; cold hardy, creamy white wrappers with purple traces, excellent braiding and storage. Regeneratively grown in Indiana.
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About this cut
Culinary garlic — Grown for the Kitchen.
- Type & Group:
- Softneck – Artichoke subgroup. Softnecks braid easily and adapt well to varied climates.
- Cloves per Bulb:
- Typically 10-15 medium to large easy-to-peel cloves.
- Flavor Profile:
- Sharp and spicy with good heat and classic garlic bite. Maintains character well during cooking.
- Common Uses:
- Excels in braiding, roasting, or any recipe needing bold spice. Versatile across a range of recipes.
- Climate Performance:
- Highly cold hardy and adaptable; performs reliably in cold northern and varied conditions.
- Storage & Yield:
- Stores 6-9 months.
- History / Notes:
- Artichoke softneck variety discovered in a Romanian farmers' market in the Transylvanian region during the 1990s. Features creamy white wrappers often with subtle purple traces; known for large bulbs and cold hardiness.
Culinary Highlights & Recipe Ideas
Transylvanian brings sharp spicy notes to dishes or bold depth when roasted. Try roasting whole bulbs to develop caramelized notes, or mincing fresh cloves into pesto and marinades for lasting flavor.