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Crispy Shallots

Simple crispy fried shallots perfect for adding to burgers, soup, pasta or salads.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Garnish, Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • shallots, very thinly sliced
  • all purpose flour
  • a neutral oil
  • sea salt

Instructions

  • Use a mandolin or sharp knife to very thinly slice shallots
  • Add some all purpose flour into a shallow bowl and toss the thinly sliced shallots in the flour until they are lightly coated
  • Add about 2 inches of a neutral oil into a large skillet and place over medium to medium high heat
  • When the oil reaches between 350-375 degrees or when a small piece of shallot starts to bubble as soon as it is dropped into the oil, gently drop the shallots into the oil
  • Let the shallots fry until they are golden brown occasionally stirring them to break them apart from each otherĀ 
  • When they are nicely golden brown, transfer the shallots into a paper towel lined bowl and season generously with salt
  • Enjoy!