Garlic is a plant which belongs to the onion family. Garlic has got various properties and hence is used for various medicinal and culinary purposes. This plant has a bulb which is the main section of this plant and is used for the major purposes. The bulb can be divided in sections, called as cloves or buds. These buds of this bulb have pungent smell and spicy flavor and are used in cooking. Garlic is a common Indian spice which is used to add flavor and aroma to the food items. It is in pickles, curries etc. Garlic is used in paste along with ginger and other ingredients and this paste adds a distinct flavor to the dishes. |