Place the garlic clove on a cutting board. Use the flat side of a wide knife and press down on the garlic clove with the heel of your hand to loosen the skin.
Apply gentle pressure to smash the garlic slightly using a mallet. Once the skin is loosened, you can easily peel off the garlic cloves.
Place the garlic cloves in a small jar or container with a lid. Secure the lid and shake the jar vigorously for a few seconds. The movement helps to separate the garlic cloves from their skins.
Place the garlic cloves in the microwave for about 10 seconds. The heat helps loosen the skin, making it easier to peel the garlic cloves.
Drop the garlic cloves into boiling water for about 30 seconds. Remove them and let them cool slightly. The heat helps to loosen the skin, and you can easily peel the garlic cloves.