Description
French-inspired caramelized shallots deliver rich, sweet elegance to any dinner plate. Garten’s simple technique creates golden, tender morsels that elevate side dishes and bring sophisticated flavor to your cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 pounds fresh shallots, peeled, with roots intact
- 6 tablespoons (¾ stick or 85 grams) unsalted butter
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3 tablespoons good red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius), preparing a 12-inch ovenproof sauté pan for the caramelized shallot preparation.
- Melt the butter completely, then thoroughly coat the shallots and sugar in the pan, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
- Place the pan over medium heat and cook the shallot mixture, gently stirring occasionally to prevent burning and promote uniform caramelization, approximately 10 minutes until the shallots develop a rich golden-brown color.
- Introduce vinegar, salt, and pepper to the caramelized shallots, stirring carefully to integrate the seasonings and create a harmonious flavor profile.
- Transfer the sauté pan directly into the preheated oven, allowing the shallots to roast and become tender, with cooking time varying between 15 to 30 minutes depending on the shallot size and desired softness.
- Once the shallots have reached a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth consistency, remove the pan from the oven and season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish the roasted shallots with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant touch of color and added freshness, then serve immediately while still hot.
Notes
- Precise Cutting Matters: Slice shallots uniformly to guarantee consistent caramelization and texture throughout the roasting process.
- Temperature Control: Maintain a steady oven temperature between 400-425°F for optimal browning without scorching the delicate shallots.
- Butter Quality Counts: Select high-quality unsalted butter to enhance the rich, golden caramelized flavor and prevent excessive saltiness.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair roasted shallots as a luxurious side dish with grilled meats, incorporate into salads, or use as a gourmet topping for proteins.
- Storage Tips: Store leftover roasted shallots in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, reheating gently to maintain their caramelized texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 83 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg