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Garlic in the grill.45 minutes at 320°F

Whole head wrapped securely in foil; indirect heat. A useful starting range, with the details that matter.

°F · oz/lb°C · g/kg

Make it your portion.

One piece or reference portion, rather than total basket load.
Stay within your appliance’s supported temperatures.

Changing the size or temperature gives a modelled estimate. How it works

Typical range

Garlic, your setting

45minutes

at 320°F

Check at 45 min Turn around 22 min

Based on Weber: cooking chart.

Source entry: Garlic whole. Portion controls describe one piece or planning portion; they are separate from the manufacturer’s total basket load.

From preheat to the final check.

  1. 1

    Preheat

    320°F; follow your appliance instructions.

  2. 2

    Cook

    45 minutes; keep pieces evenly spaced.

  3. 3

    Turn

    At about 22 minutes, turn or shake.

  4. 4

    Check

    Test the center for tenderness or the stated texture.

  5. 5

    Rest

    No mandatory USDA rest time for this food.

A quick size comparison.

The source reference is marked below. Other rows are modelled estimates at your selected settings.

Garlic cooking time by reference size
Reference sizeTypical timeBasis
4 oz28-29 minutesModel estimate
8 oz45 minutesSource reference
16 oz1 h 10 min to 1 h 11 minModel estimate

Same food. Different details.

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A frozen estimate is not supported for this method. Thaw safely before using the reference range.

A few things worth knowing.

How long does garlic take in the grill?

For Whole head wrapped securely in foil; indirect heat, the chart baseline is 45 minutes at 320°F. Adjusted sizes and temperatures are modelled estimates.

What makes garlic cook faster or slower?

Use evenly sized pieces so the center and outside finish closer together. Thickness, initial temperature and appliance output also matter. A total basket weight does not describe the thickness of each piece.

Can I cook garlic from frozen?

This method has no supported frozen model. Thaw safely first and use the reference shape.

When should I start checking?

Check at 45 minutes for this setting. Keep cooking if the center has not reached the appropriate safety endpoint or texture. A timer is a reminder to check.

How do I know when garlic is done?

Check the center for the texture you want. Start checking at the lower end of the range; your appliance and starting temperature can change the result.

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Where this range comes from.

Reference facts are compiled from primary charts. Adjusted ranges are planning estimates. Read how we calculate them.