Hanh kho phi (crisp fried shallots)
Yield: 6 Servings
Ingredients:
- 1/2 c Vegetable oil
- 1/2 c Thinly sliced shallots
Instructions:
This is an important ingredient in his many dishes throughout this book. Use as specified in recipes. Heat the oil in a small saucepan until hot but not smoking about 300 degrees F. Add the shallots and fry over moderate heat until crispy and golden brown about 5 minutes. Do not overcook. Immediately remove the shallots with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Reserve the oil for another use. Cooked this way shallots can be stored in a tightly covered jar on the kitchen shelf for up to 1 month. Yield: about 1/3 cup.
