Fried Shallots (Microwaved)
Recipe from Cook’s Illustrated, May/June 2018
3 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1. Place shallots in medium bowl with 1/2 cup vegetable oil. Microwave at full power for 5 minutes. Stir, then microwave for 2 minutes. Repeat stirring and microwaving in 2-minute increments until shallots began to brown (4 to 6 minutes), then stir and microwave in 30-second increments until shallots are deep golden (30 seconds to 2 minutes).
2. Using slotted spoon, transfer shallots to paper towel-lined plate; season with salt. Let drain and turn crisp, about 5 minutes, before serving.
Tips! Sprinkle on salads and sandwiches; use cooked oil in dressing.
Recipe from Cook’s Illustrated, May/June 2018
3 shallots, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1. Place shallots in medium bowl with 1/2 cup vegetable oil. Microwave at full power for 5 minutes. Stir, then microwave for 2 minutes. Repeat stirring and microwaving in 2-minute increments until shallots began to brown (4 to 6 minutes), then stir and microwave in 30-second increments until shallots are deep golden (30 seconds to 2 minutes).
2. Using slotted spoon, transfer shallots to paper towel-lined plate; season with salt. Let drain and turn crisp, about 5 minutes, before serving.
Tips! Sprinkle on salads and sandwiches; use cooked oil in dressing.