The individual cloves will separate from each other as gentle pressure is applied. [substeps] The loose outer skin, which has a brittle papery appearance and texture, can be pulled off and discarded to get to the cloves.
[header] How to mince garlic [title] Free the individual cloves from the bulb. [step] You can't mince garlic until you prepare the cloves for use. Start by using the palm of your hand to press down firmly on the bulb.