Dehydrated shallots ground into powder form, offering a subtle onion-garlic flavor that's milder and more complex than onion powder. It's prized in gourmet cooking and French-inspired spice blends.
From 'shallot' via Old French 'eschalote' from Latin 'ascalonia' (from Ascalon, an ancient city), plus 'powder.' Commercial production is more recent than onion/garlic powders due to shallots' premium status.
Shallot powder is the secret weapon of many professional chefs because it provides the sophisticated flavor of fresh shallots without the prep work! French cooks have traditionally preferred shallots over onions, and the powder form allows this refined flavor to be incorporated into dry rubs and seasoning blends.
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