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Fried shallots are used as a condiment in many Thai dishes including salad and noodles soups.
Most people make fried shallots in a pan full of oil on the stove, but compared to this technique, using a pan is simply a hassle, makes a mess and wastes oil. This recipe makes fried shallots in 3 minutes in a microwave. There is no need to stir or bruise the delicate shallot slices.
This recipe makes 2 tablespoons. Peel and thinly slice shallots. Put the sliced shallots in a small microwavable bowl. Add enough vegetable oil to almost cover the shallots. Place the bowl in the microwave. It takes 2 ½ minutes on my microwave. Check the shallots after 1 minute. Then check again every 30 seconds. It is better to take out the shallot when it is slightly brown because it will continue to cook in hot oil. When the shallots are golden brown, drain the oil and let them cool. Keep the shallots crispy by store in an air tight container.
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Author: Natty Netsuwan
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