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Shallot

Also known as: shallots

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Shallot is a conventional Allium vegetable with a long history of culinary use. Systematic reviews report antioxidant, cardioprotective, and antimicrobial activities with no safety concerns at typical food levels.

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What it is

Bulb of Allium cepa L. (Aggregatum group), a small onion-relative with a milder, sweeter flavor.

Whole-vegetable ingredient used as an aromatic in sauces, dressings, and savory dishes.

What regulators actually say

"Shallot can be used as adjuvant therapy in cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer prevention, and other non-communicable diseases."

Mahmoodi et al., Therapeutic Uses and Pharmacological Properties of Shallot (Allium ascalonicum): A Systematic Review, J Pharmacopuncture (PMC9380064) — pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Conventional food (vegetable). Onion is also listed as a GRAS spice in 21 CFR 182.10.

European Union — EFSA

Conventional food in the EU.

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