Shallot

/ʃˈælɒt/

/ʃˈælɑːt/

Shallot

type of onion plant producing small clustered mild-flavored bulbs used as seasoning

small mild-flavored onion-like or garlic-like clustered bulbs used for seasoning

aggregate bulb of the multiplier onion

Examples

1. He caramelized the shallots and served them as a topping for his juicy steak.

2. She prefers using shallots instead of onions in her salad dressing because they have a milder flavor.

3. Shallot has a much sweeter taste.

4. Shallot is milder than onions