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Shallots

Inventory, 5 lbs : 31.31
This item was last sold on : 06/27/22

• 101 Featured Restaurants

• 51 Recipe Ideas

• 5 ShareMarket®

Description/Taste

Shallots widely vary in size from small to large, depending on the variety, and have an elongated, oblong shape with a rounded center, tapering to a point at both ends. The bulbs are encased in a dry and papery, thin skin that flakes when touched and ranges in color from copper, gold, pale pink, to red. When the papery layers are removed, multiple clusters of cloves are found divided into individually wrapped segments similar to garlic. Small Shallot varieties average 2 to 3 cloves, and larger varieties typically contain 3 to 6 cloves. The firm, dense, and semi-dry flesh is off-white to translucent with light purple or red rings. Shallots are aromatic with a complex blend of spicy, sweet, and pungent flavors. When raw, the cloves are crisp and astringent, and when cooked, they develop a delicate, sweet, and savory taste with flavors reminiscent of garlic.

Seasons/Availability

Shallots are globally cultivated and available year-round.

Current Facts

Shallots, botanically classified Allium cepa, are multi-cloved bulbs belonging to the Amaryllidaceae family along with onions, garlic, and leeks. There are many different varieties of Shallots, and approximately thirteen varieties are commercially cultivated around the world in the modern-day. Within these varieties, there are two subgroups, Western Shallots and Eastern Shallots, that vary slightly in appearance and flavor. Shallots are an ancient crop that has been used for thousands of years in culinary and medicinal applications. The name Shallot was derived from Ascalon, which is an ancient city in Israel situated along the coast of the Mediterranean. Ascalon was the first city to introduce the pungent bulbs to Greece through trade, resulting in treeks referring to Shallots as the “Onion of Ascalon.” Over time through loose translations, the name Shallot was created and used to describe the variety. Shallots are highly favored by chefs for their aromatic, sweet, and complex, but not overpowering flavor and are used globally to flavor a wide variety of cuisines.

Nutritional Value

Shallots are an excellent source of fiber, stimulating the digestive system, and a good source of the minerals iron, potassium, and magnesium. The bulbs also contain vitamins A and C, which are antioxidants that can help strengthen the immune system, and provide some calcium, zinc, vitamin E, selenium, and phosphorus. In Asia, Shallots are used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine as an ingredient to internally heat the body to induce detoxification and are also believed to help increase immunity against sickness.

Applications

Shallots are best suited for both raw and cooked applications such as roasting, sautéing, and grilling. When raw, the bulbs can be chopped and mixed into salads, topped on bruschetta, blended into sauces such as Béarnaise, minced into guacamole, and strred into vinaigrettes. Shallots can often be substituted in recipes calling for onions and garlic and have a slightly milder and sweeter flavor profile. In addition to raw preparations, Shallots can be sautéed with meats or cooked vegetables, stirred into lentil-based stews, blended into curries, baked into casseroles, stir-fried with rice, or tossed with pasta. They can also be roasted and dipped in a mixture of Greek yogurt and olive oil. Shallots pair well with beets, tomatoes, mushrooms, green beans, spinach, garlic, capers, meats such as poultry, beef, and pork, fish, baked oysters, cheeses such as parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar, and manchego, herbs such as parsley, thyme, rosemary, tarragon, and mint, and beer. The bulbs will keep up to one month when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place.

Ethnic/Cultural Info

Despite their strong association with French cuisine, traditionally used in roasts, stews, and sauces, Shallots are widely used throughout Asia for their milder pungency. In Southern India, Shallots are pickled in red vinegar and served as a condiment for curries, papads, which are flatbreads, sambar, and chora, which is a black-eyed pea stew. When pickled, Shallots develop a tangy, sour flavor that is believed to stimulate and enhance appetites when eaten at the beginning of a meal. Shallots are also known as Bawang Merah in Indonesia and are commonly used instead of regular onions in everyday cooking for their mild, less potent flavor. In Indonesia, the bulbs are pickled similarly to India for use as a condiment, or they are sliced, deep-fried, and served as a crunchy topping over soups, stews, rice, and curries.

Geography/History

Shallots are native to Asia and have been cultivated for over four thousand years. The specific region of origin within Asia is heavily debated among experts, with some linking the bulb to Southeast Asia while others to the city of Ascalon in Western Asia. In the 11th century, Shallots were rumored to have been introduced to Europe from crusaders returning from the middle east, and over time, the bulbs were spread throughout Western Europe through trade routes. Today Shallots are globally widespread and are available at farmer markets, specialty grocers, and supermarkets in North America, Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Featured Restaurants

Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.

Mission Pacific	Oceanside CA	760-450-7864
Parq Restaurant and Nightclub	San Diego CA	619-727-6789
Le Parfait Paris- Downtown	San Diego CA	619-245-4457
Goldenstate Sushi	Oceanside CA	760-707-7055
Sugar Bear Enterprises	San Diego CA	925-383-3623
Park Commons - ARE	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
US Grant Hotel Grill	San Diego CA	619-232-3121
The Rose	San Diego CA	619-572-7671
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 3	San Diego CA	858-405-2401
Swagyu Chop Shop-PB	San Diego CA	858-758-0357
The Crack Shack Costa Mesa	Costa Mesa CA	951-808-7790
Mille Fleurs	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-756-3085
Miguel's Old Town	San Diego CA	619-298-9840
The Go Go Truck	San Diego CA	401-837-1740
Juniper & Ivy	San Diego CA	858-481-3666
Matt Johnson	San Diego CA	619-295-3172
Green Acres Campus 2020	San Diego CA	858-450-9907
Fresh Sushi Catering	Carlsbad CA	858-344-7098
Secret Sister	San Diego CA	619-281-0718
RoVino Rotisserie + Wine	San Diego CA	619-972-6286

the other 81...

Golden Door	San Marcos CA	760-761-4142
BFD-Big Front Door	San Diego CA	619-723-8183
Royal Rooster	San Diego CA	949-510-1379
Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.)	San Diego CA	619-962-5935
Bound Coffee	Oceanside CA	760-805-3505
Isola La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-412-5566
Vagabond Sportfishing Inc.	San Diego CA	619-993-9575
Scrimshaw Coffee	San Diego CA	951-663-2207
insideOUT	San Diego CA	619-888-8623
Barbarella La Jolla	La Jolla CA	858-454-7373
Boss Bird Kitchen	La Mesa CA	858-566-9191
Olive Tree Marketplace	San Diego CA	619-224-0443
Tahona (Kitchen)	San Diego CA	619-573-0289
Tap Room Beer Co.	San Diego CA	619-539-7738
The Smoking Goat	San Diego CA	858-232-4220
Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef	San Diego CA	347-277-1958
Stake Chophouse & Bar	Coronado CA	619-522-0077
Inn at Rancho Santa Fe	Rancho Santa Fe CA	858-381-8289
Iron Pig Alehouse	San Diego CA	619-885-3718
Maderas Golf Club	Poway CA	858-451-8100
Kari Kari Chili Crisps	San Diego CA	858-729-8170
Prager Brothers (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	760-704-8441
Communal Coffee - Oceanside	Oceanside CA	619-920-7887
Grass Skirt	San Diego CA	858-412-5237
Fishery	San Diego CA	858-272-9985
Word of Mouth Kitchen	San Diego CA	858-705-3752
Toast Catering	San Diego CA	858-208-9422
Siamo Napoli	San Diego CA	619-300-4810
Kettner Exchange	San Diego CA	909-915-9877
Viewpoint Brewing Co.	Del Mar CA	858-205-9835
Home & Away - Old Town	San Diego CA	619-886-1358
Orfila Vineyards & Winery	Oceanside CA	760-738-6500
Leichtag Foundation	Encinitas CA	760-230-6772
Bread & Cie Café	San Diego CA	619-683-9322
Swagyu Chop Shop	Imperial Beach CA	858-822-8377
Miho	San Diego CA	619-365-5655
Semola	La Jolla CA	858-247-9670
Fairmont Grand Del Mar	San Diego CA	858-314-1975
Panca Peruvian	Oceanside CA	760-722-3396
The Cork and Craft	San Diego CA	858-618-2463
Pamplemousse Grill	Solana Beach CA	858-792-9090
Pacific Regent La Jolla	San Diego CA	858-597-8008
Ron Oliver	San Diego	619-295-3172
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters	La Jolla CA	858-228-5655
Bayside Landing	San Diego CA	858-270-9200
Catamaran	San Diego CA	858-488-1081
Mr A's	San Diego CA	619-239-1377
Saint Mark Golf and Resort, LLC	San Marcos CA	508-320-6644
Madison	San Diego CA	619-822-3465
Rubicon Deli-UTC	San Diego CA	858-877-9911
AToN Center Inc.	Encinitas CA	858-759-5017
Addison Del Mar	Del Mar CA	858-350-7600
Vino Carta Solana Beach	Encinitas CA	858-353-2815
Rancho Valencia	Del Mar CA	858-756-1123
Yummy Sushi	Coronado CA	619-435-2771
Jack Monaco Creative Consulting	San Diego CA	619-318-2633
The Clean & Colorful Kitchen	San Diego CA	858-775-9005
The Crack Shack-Encinitas	Encinitas CA	858-735-3093
Panama 66	San Diego CA	619-206-6352
Harry's Coffee Shop	San Diego CA	858-454-7381
Camino Riviera	San Diego CA	619-685-3881
Miguel's 4S Ranch	San Diego CA	858-924-9200
Savory Moment 2021	El Cajon CA	619-633-8863
Seasalt	Del Mar CA	858-755-7100
Wormwood	San Diego CA	619-573-0289
Communal Coffee	San Diego CA	619-305-9525
Top of the Market	San Diego CA	619-234-4867
Elixir De La Lune	La Jolla CA	619-985-8979
Dolce Pane & Vino	Del Mar CA	858-832-1518
The Miller's Table	Oceanside CA	310-694-4091
Piatti	San Diego CA	858-454-1589
Gravity Heights Restaurant and Brewery	San Diego CA	858-551-5105
Paradisaea Restaurant	La Jolla CA	732-915-6669
Harumama Noodles & Buns (Encinitas)	Encinitas CA	858-886-9909
Qero	Encinitas CA	702-334-8845
Olivewood Gardens -Donation	National City CA	619-434-4281
Solterra Winery + Kitchen	Encinitas CA	858-245-6146
Javier Plascencia	Bonita CA	619-295-3172
Artifact at Mingei	San Diego CA	619-846-2164
Wayfarer Bread	La Jolla CA	805-709-0964
Catania La Jolla	La Jolla CA	619-295-3173

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include Shallots. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Cookin' Canuck		Green Beans with Balsamic Roasted Shallots
David Lebovitz		Shallot Marmalade
Brooklyn Supper		Roasted Parsnip Soup with Bacon and Shallots
Cooking Light		Sorghum With Mushroom and Miso
Julia's Album		Balsamic Braised, Caramelized Shallots with Pomegranate Seeds
Sprinkles and Sprouts		Red Wine and Shallot Butter
Love & Olive Oil		Fig, Blue Cheese, & Bacon Salad with Fried Shallots
Dolly and Oatmeal		Roasted Golden Beet & Shallot Dip
Oregon Truffle Festival		Gnocchi di Parrano e Tartuffi
Edible Austin		Texas Tarragon Vinaigrette

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Cupcakes & Kale Chips		Balsamic Blueberry Baked Brie with Bacon
Elly Says Opa!		Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Shells
Dolly and Oatmeal		Apple-Arugula Grilled Cheese with Crispy Red Onions
Veganosity		Vegan Porcini Mushroom Gravy
Gastricurious		Pickled Habanada Peppers with Shallot + Lime
The View from Great Island		White Mushroom Lasagne
Natural Noshing		Green Beans with Caramelized Shallots
The Woks Of Life		Chinese BBQ Pork Buns
A Beautiful Plate		Braised Fingerling Potatoes with Garlic, Shallots, and Fresh Herbs
Delia Online		Braised Wood Pigeon with Cider Apple Sauce and a Confit of Apples and Shallots
A Nerd Cooks		CREAMY BUCATINI WITH CRISPY MUSHROOMS
Home & Plate		Compound Butter with Garlic, Shallots, & Herbs
A Family Feast		Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Mustard and Shallots
Vikalinka		Pork Loin Steaks in Creamy Shallot and Mushroom Sauce
Lucy's Kitchen Notebook		Thick Shallot Dressing
Steele House Kitchen		Roasted Beets and Shallots with Mustard Vinaigrette
How Sweet Eats		Caramelized Shallot, Spinach, & Goat Cheese Garlic Butter Pasta
Just a Little Bit of Bacon		Crispy Fried Shallots
Reckless Abandon		Red Wine Vinegar, Shallot, & Cucumber Mignonette
The Foodie Physician		White Gazpacho
Seasoned to Taste		Caramelized Shallots
Dolly and Oatmeal		Garlic & Herb & Shallot Confit
Serena Bakes Simply From Scratch		Wonton Soup
Brown Sugar		Seafood Gnocci with White Wine Sauce
A Family Feast		Herb Crusted Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Crispy Shallots
Nourished Kitchen		Potted Cheddar with Bacon and Shallots
Hot Thai Kitchen		Jackfruit Curry with Ribs & Tomatoes - Gaeng Kanoon
Pinch of Yum		Caramelized Shallot & Grape Chutney
Eats Well with Others		Eggplant Burgers with Honey Beer-Glazed Caramelized Shallots
Meran and Environs		Bad Egart White Wine Soup
Alexandra's Kitchen		The Best Grilled Cheese
Little Broken		Greek Yogurt Onion Dip
The Endless Meal		Caramelized Shallot and Gruyere Cheese Fondue
Noob Cook		Fried Shallots & Shallot Oil
Kiss My Smoke		Grilled Asparagus in Brown Butter and Shallots
Minimalist Baker		Creamy Brussels Sprout & Shallot Dip
The Endless Meal		Caramelized Shallot and Gruyere Cheese Fondue
A House in The Hills		Roasted Sunchoke Soup with Caramelized Shallots
Alive		Creamy Blue Foot Mushroom Toasts
Italian Notes		Pasta with Caesar mushrooms
Indiaphile		Mung Dal with Turmeric and Shallots

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