Preserved shallots in malt vinegar make a classic condiment that will never ge.t old. Beautiful with cheese and cold meats
Prep:15 mins
Makes 2 large jars
500g small shallot50g salt500ml malt vinegar200g clear honey
STEP 1Place the onions in a large heatproof bowl and pour over boiling water to cover. Leave to cool. Once cool, trim roots and tops and peel. Sprinkle the salt over the peeled onions, stir and leave overnight.STEP 2Next day rinse the onions well and dry with kitchen towel. Place the vinegar and honey into a large pan and gently heat just to dissolve the honey into the vinegar, but do not boil.STEP 3Pack the onions into clean, sterilized jars. Pour over the hot vinegar mixture to fill the jars, and check there are no air pockets. Seal the jars and leave to cool. The onions will be ready to eat after about 1 month or better if kept for 2. Once opened store in the fridge.
