Shallot
A small onion relative with a delicate, refined flavor that's part onion, part garlic. Great in dressings and pan sauces.
Used for
- dressings
- pan sauces
- roasting
In the kitchen
- mince
- slice
- sauté
- caramelize
Picking it at the store
- Firm all around with dry, papery skin
- Skip any with soft spots or green shoots sprouting from the top
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