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5 from 9 votes

Pickled Shallots

This recipe for Pickled Shallots is quick and easy, but even a small taste packs quite a flavorful punch. Pickled Shallots are a wonderful alternative to pickled onions as they taste a bit sweeter and milder, but are just as versatile.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Chill Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 31kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound shallots (peeled, trimmed, and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices)
  • 1 1/2 cups white vinegar (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon pickling salt (see notes)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar

Instructions

  • Place the shallots in a canning jar or glass jar with a lid.
    1/2 pound shallots
  • Bring the vinegar, salt and sugar to a boil in a sauce pan. Once the salt and sugar are dissolved, remove the pan from the heat.
    1 1/2 cups white vinegar, 1 teaspoon pickling salt, 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Pour the hot vinegar over the shallots. 
  • Place the lid on the jar and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before using.

Notes

Tips and Techniques

  • You can use different types of vinegar to enhance the flavor of pickled shallots.
  • You can also add herbs and spices to your pickled shallots.
  • Store tightly covered in the refrigerator up for 2-3 weeks.
 
** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg