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What is a "medium" shallot?

William H. (Q&A ID 21156)William H. (Q&A ID 21156)
in Milk Street Recipes

So many recipes use clear definition of ingredient amounts (Tbs, cup, ounce, etc) but then say "2 medium shallots". Why not just say "1/4 cup minced shallot"?

In the milk street recipes, what is the size/weight of a medium shallot?

Comments

  • Christopher K. (Q&A ID 416)Christopher K. (Q&A ID 416)

    I agree! Shallots are small, medium and super large. For me, a medium shallot ought to be a little less than a quarter cup - 3 tbsps maybe - although the standard is 1/4 cup. However, is almost NEVER makes any difference unless you are talking a salad dressing. If it is part of a sofrito, who cares?

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