plural shallots
1
: a perennial onion (Allium cepa var. aggregatum) that produces small clustered bulbs which resemble those of garlic and are used in cooking
also
: its bulb
2
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In fact, anything in the onion family is good in that regard – leeks, shallots, garlic, and chives as well as the more familiar yellow, white, or red onion bulbs.
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
In fact, anything in the onion family is good in that regard – leeks, shallots, garlic, and chives as well as the more familiar yellow, white, or red onion bulbs.
—Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
Add the shallot and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until soft.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Her ingredient list is sparse—just shallots, spices, and coconut milk—but the result is so silky and rich.
—Shirley Parameswaran, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
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Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
In fact, anything in the onion family is good in that regard – leeks, shallots, garlic, and chives as well as the more familiar yellow, white, or red onion bulbs.
—Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026
Add the shallot and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until soft.
—Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 19 Mar. 2026
Her ingredient list is sparse—just shallots, spices, and coconut milk—but the result is so silky and rich.
—Shirley Parameswaran, Bon Appetit Magazine, 19 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for shallot
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“Shallot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shallot. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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