A great substitute for onions when you need a sweeter or more subtle flavor, shallots are too often overlooked. Typically found near onions at the market, they are used in much the same way. This ...

Question: I’ve grown onions and garlic in my garden and I’d like to try shallots this year. Do you have any suggestions for growing them? A: Shallots are an easy-to-grow cool-season vegetable. With a ...

A chef-instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education teaches us the difference between these culinary cousins. Shallots add a subtle and garlicky sweetness that elevates both raw and cooked dishes ...

Growing shallots at home is a smart move for gardeners who love a flavorful allium that plays beautifully in the kitchen. Better yet, shallots are surprisingly easy to grow. They form tight clusters ...

While shallots and red onions may look the same, these two alliums bring distinct characteristics and flavors to the table. When peeled, they reveal a cluster of cloves, similar to garlic but with a ...

With the arrival of September, gardeners begin planting garlic and shallots, establishing crops now for harvest in the following growing season. Like spring flower bulbs, gardeners know garlic and ...

Simmer hard-boiled eggs in a rich miso and vinegar sauce that needs little more than a bowl of rice for an easy meal. This dish from cookbook author Betty Liu’s new book, The Chinese Way, stars ...

This cucumber salad side dish balances tangy Chinese red vinegar with rich shallot oil and crunchy fried shallots. It’s fresh, light, and perfect alongside Chinese-inspired meals.

While shallots and red onions may look the same, these two alliums bring distinct characteristics and flavors to the table. Bunches of red onion with scallions [Image Credit: Ian Panelo] When it comes ...