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 ReadingLemon-Miso Snap Peas with Charred-Scallion RicottaBy ALEX TESTERECambodian Fried Fish with Green Mango SaladBy CHANTHA NGUONPork Mole Verde TacosBy NICHOLAS GILMANShallot-Roasted LobsterBy JEREMY LEEMofongo with Shrimp and LemongrassBy VON DIAZEnsaladang Talong (Grilled Eggplant Salad)By VON DIAZCaléndula CocktailBy JESSE DITSONSalmon Skewers with Spicy Pineapple SauceBy CHRISTOPHER HAATUFTThe Best Strawberry LemonadeBy TAFFY ELRODSee AllContinue to Next StoryADVERTISEMENTADAD