Fried Shallots
Without this, it won't taste like Taiwan! Fried crispy shallots
Description
The identity of Taiwanese cuisine. Red scallions (shallots) sliced thin and fried golden brown in lard or vegetable oil. An absolute seasoning/ingredient.
Classification: For Everyone,Dried Goods,Aromatics
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How to use
Ingredients
- Red scallions(shallots)
- Frying oil
Instructions
- [Prep/Usage]
- Already fried, so use as is to finish dishes or as a base for braises.
- [Lifeblood of Lu Rou Fan] Adding massive You Cong Su when frying pork creates that unique richness and sweet aroma.
- Sprinkling as a topping on soups or soupless noodles instantly creates authentic Taiwanese flavor.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
Intense savoriness and sweetness of shallots
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Fried onions (sweeter, but substitutable)
Pairing
Lu Rou Fan, all soups, all noodles
Trivia
[For Everyone] Forms the core of Taiwanese flavor, akin to 'Dashi' in Japanese homes. Has a deep sweetness and savoriness unique to shallots, unachievable by regular onions or scallions. A magic item that instantly turns home cooking into Taiwanese eatery flavors.
Eating tips & etiquette
[Unique Eating] Pour Jiangyou Gao and massive You Cong Su over boiled greens (like sweet potato leaves), mixing while eating!
Allergen
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