TechniquesJacques Pépin on How to Chop GarlicJacques Pepin reveals his expert technique.1. Smash an entire head of garlic with the heel of your hand.2. Continue to smash garlic head until cloves break apart. (If garlic has been stored in a cool, dry environment, this will happen quickly.)3. Working with 1 clove at a time and using a chef's knife, gently press the flat side of the blade against garlic to crush it.4. Holding one end of the clove with one hand, gently tap it with the knife to release it from its skin.ADVERTISEMENTADAD5. Chop the garlic, rocking the knife back and forth to produce a coarse paste. See all of our Jacques Pepin galleries.Keep ReadingRoasted Parsnips and Onions with Sumac and FetaBy FATIMA KHAWAJAWinter SabziBy FATIMA KHAWAJAVegetarian Pulao with Lime Pickle and RaitaBy ROMY GILLRaspberry CrostataBy JODY WILLIAMS AND RITA SODIVia Carota’s Famous Braciole al Latte (Milk-Braised Pork Chops)By JODY WILLIAMS AND RITA SODICrispy Salmon Salad Bowl with Walnuts, Parmesan, and Lemon VinaigretteBy BENJAMIN KEMPERNdambe (Senegalese Lamb and Black-Eyed Pea Stew)By BINTA FALL AND CHERIF MBODJIRetro Shrimp PâtéBy PETER SOMYu Sheng (Prosperity Toss Salad)By ALEX AU-YEUNGSee AllADVERTISEMENTADAD