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Shallots shallot, sometimes called the "multiplier onion", is a variety of the onion that feels like a cross between garlic and onion.
Similar to garlic, shallots are formed in clusters of with a head composed of multiple cloves.
Their skin color can vary from golden brown to gray to rose red, and their off-white flesh is usually tinged with green or magenta.
Shallots are much favored by chefs because of their firm texture and sweet, aromatic, yet pungent, flavor.
The shallot is a relative of the onion, and tastes a bit like an onion, but has a sweeter, milder flavour.
They can be stored for at least 6 months.
Shallots are usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Shallots are a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products USDA nutritional food group.
measure | grams |
1 tbsp chopped | 10 |
In Chinese: | 青葱 | |
British (UK) term: | Shallots | |
en français: | échalotes | |
en español: | chalotes |
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