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Did you know that green onions are often mistakenly called “shallots”? The real French shallot<\/strong> is a bulb, resembling a small onion, which belongs to the liliaceae <\/em>family like garlic, onion and leek.<\/p>\n

Did you know that shallots have a milder flavor than onions? They are ideal in preparations with more delicate flavors such as b\u00e9chamels and sauces accompanying seafood.<\/p>\n

Purchase<\/h3>\n

Shallots are available year round, but are in season from October to December. Choose firm, sprout-free bulbs.<\/p>\n

Preserve<\/h3>\n

Shallots can be stored whole for several months in a cool, dry environment. Once peeled, they can be kept for three days in the refrigerator in a box to preserve their aromas and impose their fragrance on other foods.<\/p>\n

Preparation<\/h3>\n

Shallots are prepared like onions, but are less eye stinging as long as you cut them in half lengthwise and avoid the so-called gray variety. Then cut them into thin slices. Keep their green stems, they can be eaten like chives.<\/p>\n

Cooking chart:<\/p>\n

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  • 10 minutes in a wok or pan<\/li>\n
  • 45 minutes to 1 hour in the oven<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Stay healthy<\/h3>\n

    Shallot is an excellent source of vitamin B9 which is used for cell renewal, vitamin B6 which plays a role in energy, the nervous system and the formation of red blood cells and fibers, which ensures a proper food transit. Shallots also contain potassium, magnesium, iron and many antioxidants.<\/p>\n

    For 125 ml (\u00bd cup) raw:<\/p>\n

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    • Energy: 60 kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Fiber: 2g (source of fiber)<\/li>\n
    • Vitamin B6: 20% of the AQR (good source of vitamin B6)<\/li>\n
    • Folate: 15% of the AQR (good source of folate)<\/li>\n
    • Iron: 8% of RDA (source of iron)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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