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    Home » Salads, Sides & Dips

    Crispy Shallots

    Published: May 19, 2022 · Modified: Jun 1, 2022 by Zimmy · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Shallots getting deep fried in a skillet of oil.

    Crispy Shallots.

    Crunchy, sweet, savory, salty… crispy shallots are a delicious topping for almost any recipe.

    DISCLAMER: Be careful while heating oil, especially on a grill. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the desired temperature before adding the shallots to the oil or the results will be greasy, not crispy.

    Slowly add a shallots a few at a time to keep them from clumping and avoid the oil from boiling over the pan because of too much moisture.

    A favourite way to enjoy these crispy shallots is to top them on Sizzlin’ Smokies with Kimchi and Pickled Veggies.

    Watch the process video here.

    A close up image of a stack of smokies in a galvanized tray.
    Shallots getting deep fried in a skillet of oil.

    Crispy Shallots

    Crunchy, sweet, savory, salty… crispy shallots are a delicious topping for almost any recipe.
    DISCLAMER: Be careful while heating oil, especially on a grill. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the desired temperature before adding the shallots to the oil or the results will be greasy, not crispy.
    Slowly add a shallots a few at a time to keep them from clumping and avoid the oil from boiling over the pan because of too much moisture.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish, Topping
    Cuisine North American

    Ingredients
      

    • 1½ cups vegetable oil
    • 4-5 shallots halved and thinly sliced
    • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, until a temperature of 350°F – 375°F is reached. Choose a pan that the oil covers ½” to ¾” of the bottom of the pan.
    • Add the flour to a small bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
    • Coat the sliced shallots in the seasoned flour.
    • Carefully place the shallots in the hot oil, a few at a time to avoid clumps, then fry until golden brown.
    • Transfer the shallots to a paper towel lined dish then sprinkle with salt, to taste.
    • Serve immediately or store at room temperature in a food storage container, lined with a paper towel for up to two days.
    • Yield: 1cup

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    Notes

    Cook’s Note:
    Be careful while heating oil, especially on a grill. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the desired temperature before adding the shallots to the oil or the results will be greasy, not crispy.
    Slowly add a shallots a few at a time to keep them from clumping and avoid the oil from boiling over the pan because of too much moisture.
    Keyword banh mi, crispy shallots, fried shallots
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