Step 1

Put the garlic in a small saucepan and pour enough oil in to cover. Heat over medium-low until gently sizzling. Let fry for several minutes, until pale golden. They won’t be crisp. At this point, pick up the pan and swirl it to continue cooking the garlic but slowing things down so you may monitor progress.

Step 2

When a shade darker, pour through a mesh strainer set over a small bowl. Allow the garlic to rest a few minutes then spread out on a paper towel to finish cooling and crisping before using (or cover and leave at room temperature for up to 2 days).