Shallot

Botanically speaking, shallots (Allium cepa var. ascalonicum) are simply a variety of onion (Allium cepa). (They used to be considered a separate species — A.… Read More »Are Shallots Real?

Shallots, as it turns out, are in the onion family: Allium cepa var. Ascalonium, to be exact. They grow from a bulb (called the mother)… Read More »How Closely Related Are Shallots And Onions?

Love the mix of garlic and shallots. Someone needs to read the amount it produces. This can be added to all sorts of dishes. This… Read More »Can You Mix Shallots And Garlic?

Gray Griselle Variety — Many people, especially in France, consider the gray or Griselle variety of shallot to be the best in terms of flavor.… Read More »Which Are The Best Shallots?

One nice thing about shallots is that they do not give one bad breath, the way onions and garlic do and they are more easy… Read More »Are Shallots Easy To Digest?

Most varieties are smaller than onions, have finer layers and contain less water. The flavour of a shallot is much milder and sweeter than that… Read More »What Is A Shallot In The Uk?

Peeling shallots is easier than you think with these simple steps. To soften the skins, blanch the shallots first – cover them with boiling water… Read More »How Do You Peel And Cook Shallots?

Shallots may be eaten raw or cooked. If you are fancy and slightly old-timey, they may also be pickled. In all cases, shallots are used… Read More »Can You Eat Shallot Skins?

Both the plant tops and the bulbs can be eaten, so the time to harvest a shallot plant depends on the part you will be… Read More »What Parts Of A Shallot Are Edible?

Red onions can be used as a stand-in for either raw or cooked shallots. Because their flavor is spicier, consider using a smaller amount of… Read More »Can I Use A Red Onion Instead Of A Shallot?