Yes, black garlic is real. It's essentially regular garlic that has been fermented.
Here's a breakdown:
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What is it? Black garlic is fermented garlic. The fermentation process transforms regular white garlic cloves into a dark, almost black, product.
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How is it made? It is made through a controlled fermentation process. This involves carefully regulating temperature and humidity over several weeks. Health Benefits of Black Garlic - WebMD
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What happens during fermentation? The process alters the garlic's flavor, texture, and color. It becomes soft and chewy, with a sweet, umami taste that is quite different from raw garlic. The strong, pungent odor is also significantly reduced.
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Flavor and Texture: Instead of the sharp, pungent flavor of raw garlic, black garlic has a sweet, molasses-like taste with hints of balsamic vinegar and a soft, almost gummy texture.
In summary, black garlic isn't a special variety of garlic, but rather a transformed version of regular garlic achieved through a specific fermentation process.
