Shallots are fraught these days, and it is important to wade into the discussion informed. To help you navigate this difficult period in vegetal history, Grub Street has put together this pungent FAQ.

Shallots are a small, elongated type of onion with a taste that’s often described as a subtle mix between a traditional onion and garlic. They grow in clusters, contain less water, and have thinner ...

And does it~really~matter if you swap one for the other? The produce aisle is overflowing with look-alikes: zucchini and cucumbers, sweet potatoes and yams, plantains and bananas, onions and shallots.

I adore shallots. These little alliums give a beguiling oniony-garlicky flavor and fragrance to all sorts of dishes. I use them raw in salad dressings, caramelize them until they melt for topping ...

Shallots belong to the Allium genus of vegetables, which also includes onions, garlic, scallions, leeks, and chives. Other than garlic, any Allium vegetable can substitute shallots as they have a ...