shallot

noun

shal·​lot ˈsha-lət  shə-ˈlät 

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

: green onion

Examples of shallot in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If the liquid doesn't cover the shallot, add a tablespoon of water (or more if needed). — ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026

Nestle turkey legs into gravy, skin side up, then tuck oranges, garlic, and shallots around, arranging oranges and garlic cut side up. — Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026

Add the shallot to the skillet, along with the salt and black pepper, and cook for 1 minute, or until the shallot starts to soften. — Candy Hom, AJC.com, 24 Oct. 2026

Add the shallots and garlic, and cook until softened and fragrant, about 1 minute. — Bianca Lambert, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

modification of French échalote, from Middle French eschalotte, alteration of eschaloigne, from Vulgar Latin *escalonia — more at scallion

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for shallot

• alate
• ballot
• fallot
• mallet
• palate
• palette
• pallet