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Crispy Fried Shallots

Crispy Fried Shallots

Cuisine:World

Course:Other

10m prep 15m cook 25m ready

About 3 cups Use these crisp, sweet shallots atop noodle dishes, stir-fries, rice, and sautéed greens.

Ingredients

Servings:
  • 1 inch vegetable oil
  • 4 large shallots, peeled and sliced into thin rings
  • ½ cup cornstarch or flour
  • Salt
  • (Curry powder)

Let's Prepare

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Gather these ingredients - no prep needed yet.

  • 1 inch vegetable oil
  • 4 large shallots, peeled and sliced into thin rings
  • ½ cup cornstarch or flour
  • Salt
  • (Curry powder)

Let's Cook

  1. Step 1.

    Heat to 325°F in a small heavy saucepan: 1 inch vegetable oil

  2. Step 2.

    Toss together in a bowl: 4 large shallots, peeled and sliced into thin rings; ½ cup cornstarch or flour

  3. Step 3.

    Separate the shallot rings as you toss them. Fry the shallots in several batches until golden. Remove with a spider or slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels and immediately sprinkle to taste with: Salt; (Curry powder)

  4. Step 4.

    Once cool, they will keep for a month at room temperature in a tightly covered container, although they are best when used immediately.

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