Ingredients
12 peeled shallots, very thinly sliced
100g/4oz plain flour
600ml/1 pint groundnut or vegetable oil
Method
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Toss the shallots with the flour and shake off the
excess. -
Heat the oil in a heavy saucepan. The oil
is hot enough if it sizzles when a little piece of the
shallot mixture is dropped into it. -
Using a slotted spoon, lower the shallots into the hot oil and fry until golden, about 3 minutes.
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Lift out with the slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Can be prepared up to 3 hours before using.