34 shallot recipes

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What are shallots?

Shallots are milder and sweeter than onions but are harder to peel. To make it easier, soak them in hot water for 5 minutes before using a small, sharp knife to remove the skin.

Shallot recipes

Shallot tarte tatin

A savoury twist on a classic, make our glistening shallot tarte tatin for a stand-out vegetarian dinner party main.

Cheese and balsamic shallot toastie

Arguably the best toastie you’ll ever make, take a look at this epic recipe featuring slow-cooked shallots, a three-cheese mix, wedges of sourdough and a layer of mustard. See more of our best sandwich ideas.

Spring onion and shallot bhajis with mint and coriander chutney

Our crispy and moreish spring onion and shallot bhajis, served with a mint and coriander chutney, are a great way to kickstart your dinner party. Discover more Indian recipes to complete an Indian feast.

Pappardelle with buttery tomato and shallot sauce

A great option for meat-free Monday, try this quick and simple pappardelle with shallot sauce for a dish that the whole family will love. Find more vegetarian pasta recipes.

Sherry-braised shallots

Looking for an easy yet impressive side dish for your next dinner party? Check out our slow-cooked shallots braised in oloroso sherry. Check out more vegetable side dishes.

French chicken with shallots and dates

Transform your culinary experience and dive into a recipe from our trends expert, featuring the classic French seasoning, Épices Rabelais. For the ultimate meal, pair it with crispy roast potatoes.

Beef fillet with port shallot sauce and chips

A meat main dish with the wow factor, this beef fillet is served with a punchy port sauce featuring shallots.

Lamb cutlets with mustard and shallot sauce

Try our take on dibi, a Senegalese street food of roast lamb served with a piquant mustard dipping sauce on the side. It's perfect for sharing. We've got plenty more lamb recipes to try from all over the world.

Pot-roast shin of beef with winter greens

For a cosy Sunday lunch spent around the table, try this slowly roast beef shin served with shallots, hazelnuts and wintery root veg.

Farro, grilled peach and pecan salad

A vibrant vegan salad balances sweet grilled peaches with lime-pickled shallots, creating a dish that’s perfect for a lunch spent in the sun. Use up the rest of your bag of farro in this creamy leek farro risotto recipe.

Marrow, potato and shallot bake

This vegetarian shallot bake from Olia Hercules holds lots of great earthy flavours, with smashed garlic and soft herbs elevating the veg. If you've got a garden glut of marrows, try our marrow curry recipe next.

Roast chicken with anchovy butter, shallots and hispi cabbage

Use this umami-packed storecupboard staple to punch up the flavour in your roast chicken. Serve with a bitter leaf salad and plenty of crispy potatoes. Check out more of our favourite roast chicken recipes.

Caramelised shallots and brussels sprouts

For a classic veggie side dish, try our gluten-free shallots and brussels sprouts. Caramelising the shallots offers a much deeper flavour, while the calvados adds an extra zing.

Spiced pickled shallots

These spiced pickled shallots make for a lovely homemade gift, or enjoy yourself as an easy seasonal snack. See more homemade edible gift recipes, including truffles, fudge and easy chocolate bark.

Sweet shallot and ricotta pasta

If you’re after an impressive main but you’re short on time, try this caramelised shallots and creamy ricotta pasta dish for a light but indulgent supper for two. See more dinner ideas for two.

Roast duck with sherried shallots

Sweet sherry and meltingly soft shallots pair well with rich, gamey duck in this effortless main for two. Serve with buttery mashed potatoes, or roast potatoes and some greens.

Tommy Banks’ herb poached chicken with shallot and yogurt purée

This impressive herb poached chicken with shallot and yogurt purée by Tommy Banks from The Great British Menu is both simple and packed full of deep flavour. It’s a go-to dish for a dinner party showstopper.

Plum chutney

This fruity plum chutney sees shallots, chillies, cranberries and apples combine to make a chutney that goes beautifully with cheese or cold cuts.

Artichoke, shallot and smoked bacon tart

This artichoke, shallot and bacon tart promises earthy, smoky and salty flavours all in one bite, making it a fail-safe option to please a crowd of hungry dinner party guests.

Roast beef with red wine gravy

In this recipe, a classic Sunday roast is elevated by a fruity redcurrant, wine and shallot sauce. Take your Sunday roast to the next level with more roast beef recipes.

Classic turkey with gravy and roast shallots

Roasted shallots make the perfect accompaniment to this classic turkey dish.

Celeriac and pear soup

Shallots, pear and ginger take this classic celeriac soup to the next level – perfect for a meat-free dinner party starter. See more easy vegetarian soup recipes.

Duck and shallots au vin

If you’re looking for an alternative for a family weekend meal, try this great wintery meal of duck and shallots au vin. From duck confit to curries and salads, check out more duck recipes.

Shallot tarte tatin

Show off sweet and tender shallots in this savoury take on a tarte tatin. Best served with a wedge of blue cheese. For another savoury twist, try our tomato tarte tatin or bake the classic with our apple tarte tatin recipe.

Caramelised parsnips and shallots

Shallots are fried, rather than roasted, in this sweet, glistening parsnip side dish.

BBQ paneer with beetroot, coconut and crispy shallots

A BBQ veggie dish with a difference, try this paneer recipe from gourmet kebab restaurant Le Bab, featuring beetroot, crispy shallots and coconut for an easy dish promising colour and a range of earthy flavours. Try more paneer recipes.

Caramelised shallot mash

You can’t get a better side dish than sticky-sweet shallot and creamy mash. Serve with bangers and you’ll have a winning weeknight dinner on your hands.

Spiced mackerel fillets with shallot and lemon chickpeas

This light mackerel and shallot dish promises plenty of zest and warming flavour thanks to lemon, harissa and cumin.

Open steak sandwich with balsamic shallots

A lunchtime option that’s as luxurious as it is quick and easy, try this open steak sandwich topped with sweet caramelised shallots for a lunch you’ll want to savour.

Roast sirloin with balsamic shallots and Yorkies

Balsamic shallots and roast sirloin of beef are the perfect partners in this impressive family-friendly Sunday roast.

Crisp greens with shallot, pancetta and chestnut butter

Shallots are the secret weapon in this levelled up brussels sprouts side dish studded with pancetta and chestnuts.

Rocket, seared beef and shallot salad

A healthy supper salad that will keep you full for longer, try this lavish seared steak with shallots, rocket and a fresh lemon dressing for a simple but satisfying dinner.

John Torode’s côte de boeuf with caramelised shallots

Check out John Torode's côte de boeuf with caramelised shallots for a dish that leans into indulgence, perfect for when you want to impress.

Long-stemmed broccoli, smoked yogurt and peanuts

This easy broccoli recipe from Islington restaurant Linden Stores is chock-full of crunchy texture and smoky flavour thanks to the creamy yogurt, shallots and roasted peanuts.