How Do You Chop Shallots For Egg Roll Recipe?
Shallots are a member of both the garlic and onion families. They are small like a clove of garlic, with the skin and flavoring of an onion. Use shallots when you want a hint of onion added to your cuisine. Chop shallots finely when using them to make egg rolls. Choose a shallot that is large and not clustered like a clove of garlic. Peel the skin off, leaving it in one piece. Discard the peel. Use a sharp paring knife to cut the shallot in half lengthwise. Slice the knife through the shallot at the root, and work towards the tip, cutting all the way through. Lay each half of the shallot face down on the work surface. Make several cuts in each half of the shallot, beginning about one centimeter up from the root. Make as many cuts as possible, while leaving the shallot intact. Rotate the shallot 90 degrees until it is horizontal in front of you. Hold the root end with your free hand. Make several slices through the shallot from side to side. Continue to chop until you have reached the r
