Roasted Shallot & Grape Relish
Photography by Johnny Miller
Recipe by Alexa Weibel
Start to Finish: 40 minutes | Servings: 4 cups |
Ingredients
1 lb. small shallots (about 12), halved lengthwise and peeled
3 tbsp. olive oil
3/4 lb. seedless red grapes
1/2 cup good-quality balsamic vinegar
4 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 425°. On a rimmed baking sheet, arrange the shallots, cut-side up. Drizzle with 2 tbsp. oil; season generously with salt and pepper. Turn the shallots over and arrange in a single layer; season again. Roast until the shallots are browned in spots and begin to soften, about 10 minutes.
2. Toss the grapes with the remaining 1 tbsp. oil; season. Add the grapes to the baking sheet and arrange around the shallots. Roast until the grapes begin to split and the shallots are tender, about 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, boil the vinegar over medium-high heat until reduced to 1/4 cup, about 5 minutes. Whisk in the butter, 1/2 tsp. thyme, and the vanilla; season. In a large bowl, gently stir the shallots, grapes, and reduced vinegar; season.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 tsp. thyme. Serve warm or at room temperature.
