Shallot And Sherry Wine Vinaigrette Food

SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir in the shallots. Gradually whisk in the oil to make a smooth dressing. Use immediately or store covered, in the refrigerator, for up to a week.

ASPARGUS WITH TARRAGON SHERRY VINAGARETTE

Steps:

• Steam asparagus on a steamer rack set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes (depending on thickness).
• transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop cooking.
• Drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
• Whisk together vinegar, shallot, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl a add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified.
• Whisk in tarragon.
• Halve egg and force each half through a coarse sieve into a bowl.
• Toss asparagus with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette and divide among 4 plates. Spoon remaining dressing over asparagus and top with egg.

SHERRY VINEGAR VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Put the mustard, shallots and garlic in a mixing bowl and gradually add half the oil, beating vigorously with a wire whisk.
• Alternately beat in the remaining oil and the vinegar. Add salt and pepper. When finished the dressing should be thoroughly homogenized.

MIGNONETTE OR FRENCH SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Chop the shallots very finely either by hand or using a mini-food processor.
• Add the red wine vinegar and mix well. Save refrigerated until ready to use or follow the instructions below to make a granita.
• To make a mignonette granita just put in the freezer, let it rest for about 30 minutes, then stir it and put it back. Repeat the process until you have a mix that looks like a cross between crushed ice and fresh snow. Another way to make it is to just let it freeze completely, take it out about 10 minutes before serving and then start scrapping it with a fork.

ORANGE-SHERRY VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Process vinegar, shallot, garlic, mustard, orange zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in blender until shallot and garlic are finely chopped, about 15 seconds.
• With the blender running, add oil and continue to process on high speed until smooth and emulsified, about 15 seconds.

SHERRY-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk together the vinegar, shallots and a generous pinch of salt in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in the oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a smooth, slightly thick dressing. Whisk in a couple turns of freshly ground black pepper.

SHERRY-SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine oil, vinegar, shallot and salt in an 8-ounce mason jar. Shake vigorously until combined.

SAUTEED CHICKEN WITH SHALLOT-HERB VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Place chicken, grated shallots, and 4 teaspoons oil in large bowl; toss. Refrigerate at least 3 hours and up to 8 hours.
• Bring 1/3 cup minced shallots, vinegar, and 2 tablespoons water to boil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Boil 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until shallots are soft, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Whisk in 5 tablespoons oil, parsley, cilantro, honey, and 2 tablespoons water. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Set aside.
• Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add remaining minced shallots; sauté about 3 minutes. Transfer to small bowl. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in same skillet. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Working in 2 batches, add chicken to skillet; sauté until cooked through, adding more oil if necessary, about 6 minutes per side.
• Transfer chicken to cutting board. Cut on diagonal into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Divide chicken among 6 plates. Sprinkle with sautéed shallots. Bring sauce to simmer. Spoon over chicken and serve.

EASY SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, whisk together shallot, vinegar, mustard, and honey. Slowly whisk in oil until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in oregano, if desired.

SHALLOT AND SHERRY-WINE VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine the shallot, mustard, and vinegar; whisk to combine. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until well combined; season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper.

PAN-SEARED STEAKS WITH SHALLOT SAUCE

Steps:

• Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Heat medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and cook about 4 minutes per side for rare; transfer to plates. Add remaining ingredients to skillet. Boil until sauce thickens, scraping up any browned bits, about 3 minutes. Spoon sauce over steaks.

QUICK PICKLED SHALLOTS

Steps:

• In a small saucepan heat the water and vinegar.
• Add the sea salt and sugar and stir until dissolved.
• Carefully slice the shallots as thinly as you can.
• Pack the shallots in the glass jar (or jars).
• Carefully pour the pickle solution over until the shallots are covered.
• Add the lid, cool and refrigerate.
• The pickles will be ready to eat in around an hour.