Thinly slice <quantity>1<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of garlic cloves

Bring water to a boil

Put the garlic into the boiling water. Poach it for 10m until transparent

Strain the poached garlic. Set aside

Add <quantity>⅔<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of soy sauce and <quantity>⅓<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of white vinegar into a pot

Add <quantity>7<unit>tbsp</unit></quantity> of white sugar and simmer until it is dissolved

Add <quantity>¼<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of katsuobushi. Bring to a boil and remove from the heat

Strain the marinade and pour it over the poached garlic

Let it cool down until it reaches room temperature

Place it in the refrigerator overnight, uncovered, to enhance the flavors

The pickled garlic is ready

Use it to add an extra kick to your dishes.