Fried Shallots

Store-bought fried shallots are a permanent feature in my pantry. They’re the perfect garnish for just about any dish, whether Indonesian or not. In Singapore, Julia always made her own. I remember coming home from school to find sliced shallots sunning on a large bamboo tray in our garden. The heat from the sunshine dried out the shallots so they crisped up nicely upon frying. You can also dry them in the oven on low heat, or skip this step. Tip: smaller shallots have less