How to Use shallot in a Sentence

shallot

noun
  • 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
  • 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
  • Add the shallots and cook until soft, about 3 to 5 minutes.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 29 Feb. 2024
  • Needless to say, that more than made up for the missing shallot.
    PCMAG, 10 Apr. 2024
  • Add the shallot to the bacon fat in the skillet and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
    The Washington Post, The Mercury News, 19 June 2019
  • The crispiness of the shallots added some texture, while the peppers offered occasional bursts of spice.
    Jeremy Duda, Axios, 17 Sep. 2024
  • The charred wedge of cabbage rested on a bed of yogurt masala and was slathered with red romesco and green arugula pistachio pesto, topped with a sprinkle of fried shallots.
    Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 17 July 2024

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