When it comes to sourcing garlic for sauces, pre-cooked meals, pastes, and other food products, Spanish garlic stands out for several reasons.
Firstly, Spanish garlic is guaranteed to be peanut-free, as peanuts are not grown in the same regions, making it safe for those with allergies. Frucom ensures that our garlic is sourced directly from GlobalGAP-certified farms in La Mancha, ensuring full traceability and eliminating middlemen, particularly in the peeling process.
Moreover, Spanish garlic has an optimal moisture content below 70%, which means it offers a more concentrated flavour and requires less quantity in recipes compared to Chinese garlic, which has a moisture content of around 80-90% & occasionally 90%+.
Proximity to European markets means reduced lead times and easier technical audits, ensuring consistent quality and faster delivery.
Given the current geopolitical situation in the Far East, sourcing from Spain also mitigates risks associated with increasing shipping costs from Asia and longer transit times. The ongoing political tensions may also make importing ingredients from China less reliable, affecting the stability of supply chains.
Spanish garlic also has higher allicin content, enhancing its health benefits and flavour intensity. Spanish farms often employ more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, making it a greener choice.
Furthermore, the robust flavour of Spanish garlic can significantly enhance the taste of various food products, and by choosing Spanish garlic, you are supporting local farmers and the European agricultural sector, contributing to regional economic stability.
As well as the advantages mentioned above, Frucom is directly involved with the manufacturer in Spain who produces the frozen garlic puree tablets, partnering with them to invest in the machinery to produce the tablets. Frucom were involved with the planning, research and procurement of the machinery, finding a machine that produces the tablets using metal moulds, reducing the risk of potential plastic contamination you may get from plastic moulds used by other producers, ensuring a cleaner, safer product.
By opting for Spanish garlic, you’re choosing a product that offers superior quality, safety, and reliability, making it the ideal ingredient for a wide range of food products.
Contact our sales team today to discuss how frozen Spanish garlic could be a great alternative for you.