Fried Shallots

The perfect garnish in Thai cooking is a crown of fried shallots. You can sprinkle them over noodle soups, jhok, fried chicken—sometimes even on desserts. They’re simple to make and add a touch of sweetness and crunch to every dish they touch. Keep in mind that it’s important to slice the shallots evenly for consistent cooking. You can use a mandoline if you’d like (please be careful!), but I prefer wielding my knife. And if you don’t want to fry shallots yourself, you can find jarred fried