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Garlic Conversion: Cloves to Minced, Powder & Granules

A guide to converting fresh garlic cloves to minced garlic (by volume) and to dried forms like garlic powder and granulated garlic.

Fresh Garlic Clove(s) Minced Garlic (approx.) Garlic Powder (approx.) Granulated Garlic (approx.)
1 small clove1/2 teaspoon1/8 teaspoon1/4 teaspoon
1 medium clove1 teaspoon1/4 teaspoon1/2 teaspoon
1 large clove1 1/2 - 2 teaspoons3/8 - 1/2 teaspoon3/4 - 1 teaspoon
2 medium cloves2 teaspoons (2/3 tbsp)1/2 teaspoon1 teaspoon
3 medium cloves (approx. 1 tbsp minced)1 tablespoon3/4 teaspoon1 1/2 teaspoons

Important Considerations for Garlic Conversions: