Alliin /ˈæli.ɪn/ is a sulfoxide that is a natural constituent of fresh garlic. It is a derivative of the amino acid cysteine. When fresh garlic is chopped or crushed the enzyme alliinase converts alliin into allicin which is responsible for the aroma of fresh garlic.
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