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.
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.