Nutrition Information:

Shallots are from the Allium family, and contain Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Folate. They are packed with antioxidants, and can help ease allergy symptoms, and contain antimicrobial compounds.

Storage Tips:

To store whole shallots, keep them in a cool dark place such as the pantry or cupboard. If they are cut, place them in a sealed container in the fridge. To freeze, peel and chop, and place them in a freezer bag.

Uses:

Shallots can be chopped and added to pastas, salads, roasts, carmelized, blended into sauces, and added to soups and stews. Their uses are very similar to onions, with a slightly milder flavor profile.

Recipe Ideas:

• Caramelized Shallots are very popular due to their sweet flavor. Try this recipe from healthyrecipeblogs.com.

• Try this Herb and Shallot Salsa recipe from cooking.ny.times.com.

• This Whole Roasted Shallots and Potatoes recipe from food.com is a perfect side dish for winter.

• From anotherfoodblogger.com, this recipe for Homemade Crispy Shallots is simple and perfect for adding to salads and pastas.