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Honey-Glazed Shallots with Crispy Bacon

A delightful side dish featuring soft shallots glazed with honey and crispy bacon, perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound shallots About 4-6 medium shallots
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil) For a lighter option, use olive oil
  • 3-4 slices bacon, chopped Can substitute with turkey bacon
  • 1 tablespoon honey For a diabetic-friendly version, use a sugar-free syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce for gluten-free version
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the shallots in a bowl, cover them with cold water, and let them soak for about 20 minutes to loosen the skins.
  2. Drain, peel, and cut them in half lengthwise.
Cooking
  1. In a large oven-safe skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pieces and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of bacon fat in the pan.
  2. Add the peeled shallots to the same pan and pour in enough cool water to cover them. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Drain the water completely.
  3. Return the shallots to the skillet. Add butter, honey, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until the shallots are well coated.
  4. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the skillet in the oven and roast for 10–15 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the shallots turn golden brown and the glaze thickens into a syrupy coating.
  5. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the crispy bacon pieces over the glazed shallots. Toss lightly and serve warm.

Notes

For fresh flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh thyme or chopped parsley before serving. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.