Peeling a Shallot

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Cuisine Foundations

By Le Cordon Bleu

Published 2010

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  1. The recommended tool is the paring knife.

  2. Start by cutting off the root end.

  3. Remove the outer layer. It may be necessary to remove more than one layer.

  4. The peeled shallot will be violet in color and it should be smooth with no dry or papery layers remaining.

Classic knife cuts for shallots.