Three cloves of garlic will equal about 1 ½ teaspoons of minced garlic. Here's the breakdown:
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One clove of garlic is about ½ teaspoon minced garlic.
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Therefore, three cloves would be 3 cloves * ½ teaspoon/clove = 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic.
This is a general guideline, and the amount of minced garlic you get from three cloves can vary depending on the size of the cloves and how finely you mince them.
Here's a quick reference:
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Small cloves: Around 3 cloves for 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
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Medium cloves (most common): 3 cloves will yield exactly 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
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Large cloves: 2 large cloves might be enough for 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
Remember, it's always better to start with a little less minced garlic than you think you might need and add more to taste as you cook.