Shallot Confit

Shallot confit is a rich, aromatic condiment made by slowly cooking shallots in fat, typically oil or butter, until they become deeply caramelized and tender. Originating from French cuisine, it's a versatile base or topping used in everything from sauces and soups to charcuterie boards and sandwiches.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in fat due to the cooking medium, with minimal protein or carbohydrates from the shallots themselves. It provides a good source of antioxidants from the alliums and healthy fats, with a rough ballpark of 150-200 calories per tablespoon serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	130 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	5 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	5 mg
Potassium	80 mg
Vitamin C	2 mg
Vitamin B6	0.05 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Iron	0.3 mg
Folate	8 µg
Vitamin K	1 µg
Copper	0.02 mg

Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a cornerstone of French 'mise en place' (preparation), prized for adding a sweet, umami depth without the sharpness of raw onions. Nutritionally, slow-cooking the shallots makes their beneficial compounds like quercetin more bioavailable.