What are shallots? How to grow shallots

Although shallots are very common ingredients, there are actually many varieties. Scallions, shallots, chives, onions, etc. all have their own functions. Today we are going to introduce the relatively rare shallots. In fact, you can sow shallots at home, and then they will grow. Let's take a look at how to grow shallots.

How to Grow Shallots

1. What are shallots?

Shallots are very common in Guangdong and Southeast Asia. They look like garlic, but they have roots. The skin has an orange film, so they are called shallots. Shallots have a subtle fragrance and a slightly spicy taste, which is very suitable for making famous Southeast Asian dishes such as scallion chicken. Shallots can also be fried directly, and the taste is crispy and tasty. When making other dishes, some chopped shallots are also added for seasoning. Shallots are more fragrant and fragrant than ordinary onions.

How to grow shallots

Step 1: Choose a porcelain pot with a diameter of about 30 cm. The planting soil can be a mixture of coconut soil and gravel.

Step 2: Add coconut soil into the pot first, about half of the amount, then bury the shallots, arrange them in order, and then cover them with clay particles and other soil.

Step 3: Finally, cover with mixed soil until the shallots are completely submerged.

Step 4: Use a spray bottle to spray the entire surface of the soil until it is thoroughly wet.

Step 5: After planting the shallots, spray them with water every other day until the shallots start to sprout.

Step 6: The green onions will slowly emerge from the shallots, and you can pick the shallots and eat them.