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 the grapes when the shallots are translucent but not yet brown.
    — Alex Hitz, House Beautiful, 7 Aug. 2014
  • 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 thyme, shallots, garlic, and steaks to the skillet.
    — Daina Falk, SI.com, 8 Sep. 2017
  • 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
  • And this was the citrus braised pork with crispy shallots.
    — Bon Appétit, 30 Oct. 2024
  • 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
  • Dress them with a rosé mignonette — a bit of the wine mixed with cracked black pepper and shallots.
    — Victoria James, Cosmopolitan, 9 June 2017
  • 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
  • Add the fish bones, shallots, salt, parsley stems, and spices.
    — Daniel Boulud, ELLE Decor, 22 Apr. 2014
  • And the shallot-sized lump of metal from Council Bluffs?
    — Chantel Tattoli, Wired, 18 Feb. 2022
  • Pulse in the egg and shortening, then pulse in the shallots until the dough forms a ball.
    — Lauren Le Vine, Redbook, 12 June 2013
  • Add the shallots; pulse until they are chopped as well.
    — Ellie Krieger, charlotteobserver, 26 June 2018
  • For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, cover the shallots with the lemon juice and let sit for 15 minutes.
    — Sarah Fritsche, SFChronicle.com, 3 July 2018
  • Reserve a handful of shallots for garnish and add the rest, along with the garlic and ginger.
    — Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2025
  • The smooth sauce features pops of texture and flavor from shallot and garlic.
    — Emma Phelps, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024

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