
Shallot
Culinary Ingredient
Shallots are mainly used in cooking for adding subtle onion flavor without overpowering other tastes.

Finely sliced shallots bring a delicate touch to the salad dressing.
Close Relation
Although it's similar to onions, shallots can be milder and slightly sweeter, enhancing a dish differently.

The roasting brought out the shallot's sweetness alongside the meat.
Physical Appearance
Shallots are smaller than regular onions and often have a more elongated shape.

He confused small onions with shallots due to their similar appearance.
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Onion
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