Ingredients:

• 1-1.5 kg garlic For the sauce:
• 1 liter water
• 100 ml 9% vinegar
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp salt
• whole black peppercorns to taste
• bay leaf to taste

Instructions:

1. Clean the garlic heads from the outer layer and immerse in boiling water for 2 minutes.
2. Immediately transfer to a pot of cold water and let cool for 30 minutes. You can add ice cubes to keep the water cold for longer.
3. To make the sauce, bring water to a boil and add sugar, salt, and spices. Pour in the vinegar when the sauce starts to boil and let it boil again.
4. Strain the cooled garlic and remove excess liquid. Place the garlic in sterilized jars and pour the hot sauce over it.
5. Seal the jars with sterilized lids and leave them at room temperature for 10 days. Store in a cool place.
6. Marinated garlic is ready!