The phrase "to burn the garlic" means to cook garlic for too long at a high temperature, causing it to become brown or blackened and giving it a bitter taste.
Sentences with «to burn the garlic»
Add garlic and cook for one minute, do not burn the garlic. (thelittlekitchen.net)
Keep the heat low to avoid burning the garlic. (triocarmel.com)
Let fry for about 1 - 2 minutes taking care not too burn the garlic and the spices. (whereismyspoon.co)