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A bowl of fried shallots on a green tiled surface

Crispy Shallots

An easy recipe for an addictive garnish: crispy fried shallots.
Course garnish
Servings 2 cups

Ingredients
  

  • 350 g (8-9) shallots thinly sliced
  • cups peanut oil
  • pinch salt

Instructions
 

  • Set a fine-mesh sieve over a medium heatproof bowl. Add shallots to a pot; pour in peanut oil.
  • Fry over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, stirring from time to time. Reduce to medium-low; continue to cook for another 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden.
  • Strain through sieve, then transfer to paper-towel-lined plate. Sprinkle with pinch of salt and let cool. Shallots will crisp while standing.