Best 2 Shallot Cherry Confit Recipes

Shallot cherry confit is a delightful and versatile condiment that can be used to add a touch of sweetness and sophistication to a wide variety of dishes. Made from slowly simmering shallots and cherries in a mixture of sugar, vinegar, and spices, this confit is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and savory flavors. Whether you're using it as a glaze for roasted chicken or pork, a topping for crostini or bruschetta, or simply as a spread for your morning toast, shallot cherry confit is sure to impress your taste buds.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SHALLOT-CHERRY CONFIT

Shallot-Cherry Confit image

Shallot confit is the inspiration behind this easy hors d'oeuvre of manchego cheese and sliced baguette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces shallots, trimmed and quartered
1 medium onion, cut into 8 wedges
1/2 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shallots, onion, cherries, and thyme. Cover, and cook until shallots and onion are soft and beginning to caramelize, 12 to 14 minutes. Stir in sugar. Continue to cook, covered, until shallots and onion are caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes.
Add vinegar and 1/4 cup warm water. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has evaporated and mixture is deep brown, about 1 hour. Season with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

DRIED CHERRY AND SHALLOT CONFIT

Dried Cherry and Shallot Confit image

Categories Condiment/Spread Onion Side Vinegar Cherry Shallot Gourmet

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups dried sour cherries* (about 1/2 pound)
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cups thinly sliced shallot (about 1/2 pound)
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons sugar
*Dried sour cherries are available at many specialty foods shops

Steps:

In a bowl let the cherries soak in the vinegars for 30 minutes. While the cherries are soaking, in a heavy skillet cook the shallot and the onion in the butter, covered, over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, or until the shallot is soft. Sprinkle mixture with the sugar and cook the mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add the cherries with the soaking liquid, simmer the mixture, uncovered, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until almost all the liquid is evaporated, and season the confit with salt and pepper. The confit may be made 1 day in advance, kept covered and chilled, and reheated.

Tips:

Choose shallots that are firm and have no signs of bruising or sprouting.
Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven to make the confit, as it will distribute heat evenly and prevent the shallots from burning.
Cook the shallots over low heat, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and caramelized. This may take up to 45 minutes.
Add the cherries, vinegar, and sugar to the shallots and cook until the cherries are softened and the mixture has thickened. This will take about 15 minutes.
Season the confit with salt and pepper to taste.
Let the confit cool completely before storing it in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Shallot cherry confit is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for adding a sweet and tangy flavor to grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or cheese plates. It can also be used as a spread for sandwiches or crackers. With its beautiful ruby red color and complex flavor, shallot cherry confit is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.