These Easy Caramelized Shallots Will Upgrade Everything From Roast Meat to Sandwiches

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
These Easy Caramelized Shallots Will Upgrade Everything From Roast Meat to Sandwiches
45 min.
4
67kcal

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Upgrade your culinary game with these delectable Easy Caramelized Shallots! Perfect for enhancing everything from roast meats to sandwiches, these shallots are not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also a delightful addition to your antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer lineup. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves 4 and comes in at a modest 67 calories per serving.

Caramelized shallots are a game-changer in the kitchen, adding a touch of sweetness and depth of flavor that's hard to beat. Similar to onions but with a more delicate and nuanced taste, shallots are versatile and can be used in a myriad of dishes. When caramelized, their natural sugars are brought to the forefront, creating a rich, syrupy texture that's irresistible.

Whether you're sautéing them to build flavor for a dish or sauce, or roasting them whole as a side dish, shallots are a chef's best friend. And the best part? They only require a few simple ingredients: large or small shallots, olive oil, unsalted butter, sugar, and a dash of salt and freshly ground pepper. It's a testament to the power of basic ingredients when cooked with love and care.

With a balanced caloric breakdown of 8.86% protein, 26.36% fat, and 64.78% carbs, these Easy Caramelized Shallots are a nutritious and delicious way to elevate your meals. So why not give them a try and see how they can transform your dining experience? Your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients

  • 10 large shallots 
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • teaspoon butter unsalted
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • serving salt and pepper freshly ground

Equipment

    Directions

    1. What are shallots good for in cooking?
    2. Shallots are good for many things. Similar to onions, they can be used as an aromatic, sautéed at the beginning of a dish to build flavor for a dish or sauce. They can also be roasted whole and served as a side dish.
    3. Do shallots get sweeter when cooked?
    4. Yes, shallots do get sweeter when cooked. When raw, shallots have a bite but they get sweeter when cooked, especially if they are caramelized.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories67kcal
    Protein8.86%
    Fat26.36%
    Carbs64.78%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    25.02
    Glycemic Load
    3.25
    Inflammation Score
    0
    Nutrition Score
    3.193913028616%

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:66.65kcal
    3.33%
    Fat:2.08g
    3.2%
    Saturated Fat:0.79g
    4.94%
    Carbohydrates:11.5g
    3.83%
    Net Carbohydrates:9.5g
    3.45%
    Sugar:5.92g
    6.57%
    Cholesterol:2.69mg
    0.9%
    Sodium:56.12mg
    2.44%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:1.57g
    3.15%
    Vitamin B6:0.22mg
    10.78%
    Manganese:0.18mg
    9.14%
    Fiber:2g
    8%
    Vitamin C:5mg
    6.06%
    Potassium:209.09mg
    5.97%
    Folate:21.29µg
    5.32%
    Iron:0.76mg
    4.2%
    Phosphorus:37.8mg
    3.78%
    Magnesium:13.15mg
    3.29%
    Copper:0.06mg
    2.77%
    Vitamin B1:0.04mg
    2.5%
    Calcium:23.48mg
    2.35%
    Vitamin B5:0.18mg
    1.83%
    Zinc:0.25mg
    1.68%
    Vitamin E:0.2mg
    1.32%
    Vitamin K:1.19µg
    1.13%
    Selenium:0.77µg
    1.1%