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Addictive Crispy Fried Shallots

by Apr 25, 2021Recipes, Condiment, Thai, Vietnamese2 comments

Crispy fried shallots stand as an indispensable component in a wide array of Southeast Asian dishes. Given its simplicity, there’s no reason why this culinary essential shouldn’t find a place in your roster of core Asian ingredients. What it imparts to each dish is a delightful blend of sweetness, saltiness, and an irresistible crunch, effectively elevating the overall experience.

Sliced shallots

Perfect Dishes for Crispy Fried Shallots

Crispy fried shallots pair wonderfully with these dishes, too:

One of my favorite things to do is sprinkle the fried shallots on a bowl of classic Vietnamese beef pho or chicken pho. Sadly this is not a normal addition that restaurants offer so you have to ask for it.

Frying shallots
While you can easily procure crispy fried shallots at any Asian grocery store, making them at home offers a distinct advantage—the flavored oil. Crafting them at home allows you to reserve the infused oil for future culinary endeavors, and the allure of infused oils is hard to beat.
What makes this dish a perennial favorite is its simplicity—it only requires two ingredients! Even if you don’t have a specific dish in mind, these crispy fried shallots make for a delectable snack, especially when freshly prepared.
Crispy fried shallots drying on a paper towel

This is the perfect topping for Garlic Fried Rice, Vietnamese Fried Rice, is definitely a Vietnamese kitchen staple ingredient and also delicious on beef pho or even chicken pho! The possibilities are endless!!!

Crispy fried shallots drying on a paper towel

Crispy Fried Shallots

Crispy fried shallots are a staple across many Southeast Asian dishes. Being such a simple dish, there is no reason why this staple isn't in your arsenal of core Asian ingredients. What this brings to each dish is a sweet, salty and crunchy that elevates every dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Condiment
Cuisine Asian, Thai, Vietnamese
Servings 1 cup
Calories 119 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 10 whole shallots thinly sliced
  • 1 cup vegetable oil

Instructions
 

  • In a medium skillet or fry pan, add vegetable oil and set to medium heat
  • Add in sliced shallots and fry until lightly golden brown. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
  • When lightly golden brown, remove and let rest and drain on a paper towel.
  • When cooled, place in a air tight container and store for up to a week.

Notes

Make sure to keep moving the shallots around to fry them evenly. One key thing to remember is the remove them when they are lightly golden as they will continue to cook and darken as they rest.