GARLIC OLEORESIN

Introduction

Garlic Oleoresin is a concentrated natural extract obtained from dried garlic cloves (Allium sativum). It captures the full flavour profile of garlic—pungent, sulphurous, and savoury—in a stable oleoresin form. Compared to garlic oil, garlic oleoresin delivers both aroma and flavour body, making it ideal for food applications requiring strong, lasting garlic impact.

Key Characteristics

Full garlic flavour (not just aroma)
Highly concentrated and consistent
Stable during cooking and processing
Low dosage requirement
Available in both oil-soluble and water-soluble forms

Key Benefits

Replaces fresh garlic and garlic paste
Eliminates peeling, grinding, and microbial risk
Uniform flavour strength across batches
Long shelf life
Cost effective for industrial food processing
Clean-label friendly natural ingredient

Where It Is Used

Food Industry

Sauces, gravies, and curries
Marinades and seasoning blends
Snack coatings and savoury flavours
Meat, poultry, and ready-to-eat foods
Instant noodles and convenience foods

Flavour Industry

Savoury flavour bases
Compound seasoning systems

Category: Oleoresin Extracts / Essential Oil

Description

Description

Available Forms

Oil-Soluble Garlic Oleoresin
Suitable for oil-based and fat-based systems such as sauces, gravies, snack seasonings, meat products, and spice blends
Water-Soluble Garlic Oleoresin (Emulsified)
Designed for aqueous systems such as soups, marinades, sauces, dressings, instant mixes, and liquid formulations
Ensures uniform dispersion without oil separation

Functional Properties

Acts as a natural flavouring agent
Provides strong, long-lasting garlic taste
Enhances savoury and umami notes
Compatible with complex seasoning matrices

Fun Fact

🧄 Garlic oleoresin delivers deeper and longer-lasting flavour than garlic oil, because it contains both volatile aroma compounds and non-volatile flavour components.

Quick Facts

Botanical Name: Allium sativum
Product Type: Oleoresin
Colour: Dark brown
Taste Profile: Strong, pungent, savoury
Solubility: Water-soluble | Oil-soluble
Form: Semi-viscous oleoresin
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and light

GARLIC OLEORESIN