Shallot

SHALLOTS: A CROP OF CHARACTER

With their fine cell structure and elegant sweetness, shallots represent the refined specialists in our portfolio. At Gourmet Ingredients, we position shallots as a premium product line, combining proprietary hybrids, meticulous cultivation practices, and high-value applications across retail, foodservice, and gastronomy.

Precision Breeding for Performance

Shallots demand a fundamentally different approach than onions. We lead in seed development, selecting for bolt resistance, minimal splitting, and flavor intensity. Field curing and multi-stage quality protocols preserve their integrity and extend shelf life—essential for premium retail formats, private label brands, and food manufacturing.

Culinary Heritage Meets Modern Demand

Once reserved for classic French sauces and fine dining, shallots have evolved into essential ingredients for convenience products, spice blends, and liquid seasoning bases. They outperform onions in microbial safety and flavor retention, making them invaluable in high-throughput production environments.

Value Without Waste

Even off-grade shallots find purpose in our flavor extraction facilities. An intriguing detail: shallots are genetically closer to garlic than to onions, a trait that enhances both their flavor complexity and nutrient density.