Fried Shallot Rings Recipes

Steps:

• Heat the oil to 360°F.
• Separate the shallot slices into rings and place them in a medium bowl.
• Make certain the shallots are not moist, since otherwise they may splatter when they go into the oil.
• Sprinkle flour over the shallots and toss them lightly to coat evenly.
• Working with a small quantity, sprinkle the shallots over the oil and stir gently to keep them separated.
• Fry until golden brown, about 12-14 minutes.
• Remove with a slotted spoon, then put on paper towels to drain the oil.
• Sprinkle with salt while still warm.
• Continue frying the rest of the shallots, salting each batch while it is still warm.
• Use as a garnish for Spiced Carrot Soup, Recipe #108333.

Steps:

• Using a mandoline, slice the shallots into 1/16-​inch-​thick rounds. Line a rimmed baking sheet with 6 layers of paper towels. Set a fine-​mesh strainer over a large heatproof bowl or medium saucepan.
• Combine shallots and oil in a medium saucepan or wok. Place over medium-​high heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the shallots begin to bubble, 2 to 3 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring constantly as the shallots fry to ensure even cooking, until the shallots turn pale golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes longer. (The shallots will continue cooking for a brief period after draining, so do not allow them to get too dark.) Working quickly, pour the contents of the saucepan into the strainer. Save oil for another use, like stir-frying noodles or fried rice, or for using in marinades, or as the base of homemade chili oil.
• Immediately transfer the shallots to the prepared baking sheet, spread them out into an even layer, and season with salt. Allow the shallots to drain, then carefully lift the top layer of paper towels and roll the shallots onto the second layer, blotting gently with the first. Repeat until the shallots are on the last layer of paper towels and mostly grease-​free. Allow the shallots and oil to cool to room temperature, then store separately in airtight containers and refrigerate.

Steps:

• Place shallots and pepper sauce in a large bowl; toss to combine. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
• Heat oil in a deep heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat until it reaches 360 degrees on a deep-fry thermometer. Place flour in a shallow dish and dredge shallots in flour to coat; shake off excess. Transfer to hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer shallots to a paper-towel-lined plate. Season with salt and pepper; serve immediately.

Steps:

• Separate the rings of shallots and place them on a baking sheet covered with paper towels. Allow to dry out for at least 6 hours or overnight.
• Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When very hot, add the shallots and fry, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.