Garlic Scapes Certified Organic

Garlic Scapes are one of our favorite things about growing hardneck garlic! Garlic Scapes have a wonderful mild garlic flavor that are super versatile in the kitchen. The garlic scape is an allium delicacy that is highly prized and traditionally used in Southern & Eastern European, as well as various Asian cuisines. Since they are especially seasonal & availability is limited, we recommend stocking up. Garlic scapes freeze well so it’s easy to have them on hand throughout the year.

• ORGANIC GARLIC SCAPE DETAILS:
  • USDA Certified Organic & grown on small family farms!
  • Delicious, light garlic flavor
  • Harvested fresh and shipped the next day
  • Stores in the fridge for up to a couple of months
  • Very seasonal, a once-a-year harvest in Summer (for most Northern Growers the month of June)
  • Easy to freeze or pickle!
  • Low-FODMAP diet friendly
• RECEIVING & STORING INSTRUCTIONS:
  • These garlic scapes are fresh produce so open your box IMMEDIATELY!
  • Store garlic scapes in the refrigerator crisper drawer. If using a plastic bag, leave bag open to avoid a build up of condensation.
• USING GARLIC SCAPES:
  • 1lb of scapes equals 3 cups of chopped scapes
  • Add chopped scapes to your favorite stir-fry/curry dishes & soups.
  • Use in any recipe as a garlicky substitute for green onions.
  • Delicious added to your guacamole or salsa & a tasty pizza topping!
  • A flavorful addition to all egg dishes, from quiche & egg bakes to simple scramblers.
  • Check our Garlic Scape Recipes page for even more ideas!
• HOW TO PRESERVE:
  • Chop and freeze in jars or freezer bags to use throughout the year. No blanching required!
  • Pickle them by using a “Dilly Bean” canning recipe found in many canning cookbooks.
  • Make a big batch of Garlic Scape Pesto (see recipe below!) and freeze in small portions.
  • Chop into small bits in a food processor and freeze in ice cube trays to use as a seasoning.
  • Add to your other canned goods, such as pickled cucumbers or beets for a lovely garlicky flavor.

What is a Garlic Scape?

A Garlic Scape is the edible flower stem that grows off the center of the garlic plant. Appearing from the finest hardneck garlic varieties, the scape curls upward as they grow. If left on the plant, they ultimately straighten, and then grows little seed-like bulbs. By snipping off the scape before the seeds develop, more energy goes into making a bigger garlic bulb. When the young garlic scapes are still in “full curl”, they are tender and delicious!

Have your own garlic scapes growing & want to know about harvesting? See our blog post all about Garlic Scapes!

TASTY KEENE GARLIC RECIPE

Garlic Scape Pesto

We love having this pesto on hand & recommend making enough to freeze. Divine over warm handmade pasta. Especially lovely mixed into cream cheese for a flavorful dip/spread. A versatile way to add a punch of flavor to grilled chicken or veggies.

Ingredients:

Garlic Scape Pesto

• 1/2 cup garlic scapes, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2-3 cups of grated Parmesan cheese to taste (use real cheese – not grated from the container)
• Salt to taste (optional)
• Fresh cracked pepper

1. Put garlic scapes & lemon juice in a food processor. Pulse until scapes are roughly chopped.
2. With food processor pulsing, slowly add the olive oil through the tube and pulse until mixed. You can add more oil until you get your desired consistency.
3. Remove lid & add 1/2 of the Parmesan cheese. Pulse until combined.
4. Remove lid again & add remaining Parmesan cheese, salt & freshly cracked pepper. Pulse again until combined.
5. Enjoy right away or portion into small containers for freezing. Small mason jars are our go-to. We love having this on hand, ready to use throughout the year!

***A note about nuts: We don’t add nuts to our pesto because we find that it makes it more versatile. If you know you always love a nutty texture/flavor to your pesto, add 1/8 c. or so of pine nuts, walnuts or sunflower seeds.

ABOUT US:

Keene Garlic works with small organic farmers in our region that produce the highest quality heirloom garlic. Our experienced farmers have been growing for generations to share top notch garlic for your gardens, farm, and growing pleasure. When you purchase from Keene Garlic you are supporting small organic family farms, and you are making a difference!