How to Use shallot in a Sentence

shallot

noun
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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
  • Add the shallot to the skillet and saute for 30 seconds.
    — Washington Post, 20 Apr. 2021
  • 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 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
  • When all the chicken is browned, return the shallots and bacon to the pot.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Oct. 2023
  • Many don’t use a shallot, but to me that flavor is key.
    — Julia O'Malley, Anchorage Daily News, 15 Apr. 2021
  • 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
  • And the shallot-sized lump of metal from Council Bluffs?
    — Chantel Tattoli, Wired, 18 Feb. 2022
  • 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
  • Add the shallot and garlic, reduce the heat to low and sweat the vegetables for 2 to 3 minutes.
    — Eric Ripert, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2021
  • Set a fine-mesh strainer over a clean jar and pour the oil through, making sure to catch all the garlic and shallot pieces.
    — Washington Post, 22 Aug. 2021
  • The lemon juice and shallot add just the right amount of bite to the cool cucumber and juicy watermelon.
    — Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 5 Aug. 2023
  • On the side, there’s a ramekin of shallot, garlic and herb butter seasoned with garam masala.
    — Jenn Harriscolumnist, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2022
  • Be sure to strain out the solids before using — feel free to mix and match garlic, onions and shallots.
    — Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 16 June 2023
  • Add the shallot and cook until soft and translucent, about three to four minutes.
    — Robin Miller, USA TODAY, 14 Apr. 2022
  • White wine, tomatoes, shallots, and thyme make a light and coastal-flavored broth to poach bass, mahi mahi, or cod.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Jan. 2024
  • Papoulias-Platis said that shallots would work well in the dish and that if the potatoes are too dry, add a touch more olive oil.
    — Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 June 2023
  • The leftover shallot oil can be used for a second salad.
    — Sunset Magazine, 1 July 2022
  • The cooking process begins by sauteing some shallots, onions or garlic in a hot fat then adding the rice to coat and toast the rice.
    — Fred Thompson, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Combine lime zest, olive oil, chile pepper, and shallot in a bowl.
    — Kate Merker, Country Living, 7 May 2021
  • The shallot also has some French history, too, which makes for a nice nod to Le Creuset’s French roots.
    — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Wong brings a mix of peanut and canola oils to not quite smoking and then adds fresh Fresno chiles, garlic and shallot.
    — Jenn Harris Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2021
  • Add shallots, garlic, and a little oil to a medium pot.
    — Judy Bart Kancigor, Orange County Register, 25 Feb. 2024
  • Snack on their take on a Seattle-style hot dog topped with salmon caviar, cream cheese, jalapeño, and pickled shallot.
    — Scott Bay, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2022
  • Transfer the sausage mixture to the shallot bowl and add the remaining 4 tablespoons of olive oil and chile flakes.
    — Christian Reynoso, San Francisco Chronicle, 10 Nov. 2021
  • Garnish with egg whites, then with the yolks, remaining shallots, and chives.
    — Karoline Boehm Goodnick, BostonGlobe.com, 2 May 2023
  • Add shallot, jalapeño, olive oil, salt and 6 of the garlic cloves; return to a simmer over medium.
    — People Staff, PEOPLE.com, 1 Aug. 2022

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