How to Use shallot in a Sentence
shallot
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Using a spoon, scoop the shallot out of the vinegar and add it to the large bowl.
— G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2022 -
Rub the reserved root end of the shallot on warm bread.
— SFChronicle.com, 17 Sep. 2020 -
Add the shallot to the skillet and saute for 30 seconds.
— Washington Post, 20 Apr. 2021 -
Meanwhile, in the bowl with the shallot mixture, whisk in the olive oil.
— Stacy Adimando, Saveur, 28 May 2019 -
Once the butter starts to sizzle, stir in the shallot and sage.
— Domenica Marchetti, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024 -
Add half the oil, then stir in the shallot and 1/4 teaspoon each of the salt and black pepper.
— Bonnie S. Benwick, Kansas City Star, 30 Jan. 2024 -
Add the rice noodles, shrimp, shallot, and bean sprouts and top with the Thai basil and a lime wedge.
— Allie Morris, Dallas News, 1 July 2020 -
Add the shallots, nutmeg, cayenne and shrimp and saute for about 1 minute.
— Paul Stephen, ExpressNews.com, 11 Mar. 2020 -
Add the shallot and oranges, along with their juice, and toss.
— BostonGlobe.com, 4 May 2021 -
Return the saute pan to medium heat, and add the shallots, the garlic and a pinch of salt.
— Allison Robicelli, Washington Post, 12 Mar. 2023 -
Tear some herbs, then toss the noodles with the chicken and the sauce and the veggies, and top with the fried shallots.
— Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appétit, 25 July 2019 -
When all the chicken is browned, return the shallots and bacon to the pot.
— Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023 -
Cut the shallot into ¼-inch dice, to yield about ½ cup.
— The Washington Post, The Mercury News, 19 June 2019 -
Many don’t use a shallot, but to me that flavor is key.
— Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 15 Apr. 2021 -
Cut the shallot into 1/4-inch dice, to yield about 1/2 cup.
— Bonnie S. Benwick, The Denver Post, 17 June 2019 -
Brown the shallot in a drizzle of oil, add the rice and toast for a couple of minutes.
— Morgan Hines, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2022 -
Add the shallot and crush the rosemary to release its oil and drop it into the pot.
— Bianca Betancourt, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Nov. 2022 -
In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes and the shallot-herb paste; toss gently.
— BostonGlobe.com, 20 Nov. 2019 -
The leaves of torn mint pop with freshness, and the fried shallots are crunchy and almost sweet.
— Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2024 -
And the shallot-sized lump of metal from Council Bluffs?
— Chantel Tattoli, Wired, 18 Feb. 2022 -
Add the shallots; pulse until they are chopped as well.
— Ellie Krieger, charlotteobserver, 26 June 2018 -
For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, cover the shallots with the lemon juice and let sit for 15 minutes.
— Sarah Fritsche, SFChronicle.com, 3 July 2018 -
Combine shallot, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large bowl.
— Molly Baz, Bon Appetit, 28 May 2018 -
Pour that over the shallot mixture and stir to combine.
— ExpressNews.com, 31 July 2019 -
Remove from heat and garnish with the shallots and cilantro.
— Nik Sharma, SFChronicle.com, 25 Oct. 2019 -
Add fish sauce, shallot, juice from half a lime, and chili to the cucumbers and mix through.
— Tamar Adler, The New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2020 -
Slice pork and serve with cabbage, shallots, and grapes.
— Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, 7 Jan. 2019 -
In a large pot or Dutch oven that holds at least 12 cups, heat the oil and add onion, shallot and garlic.
— Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 16 Dec. 2022 -
Garlic cloves: Kick up the strong fresh garlic flavor a notch, especially as the shallots cook down.
— Renu Dhar, Southern Living, 19 Oct. 2024 -
For dinner, begin with the fried chicken, crunchy bites of boneless meat coated in sweet chili sauce, topped with fresh herbs, jalapeño and shallots with roasted banana ketchup for dipping.
— Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024
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