How many cups is one medium shallot?

One medium shallot is 0.25 cups. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 2 shallots is 0.5 cups and 3 shallots is 0.75 cups. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact reading at any amount.

How many grams is one medium shallot?

One medium shallot weighs about 40 grams. A small one is about 20 grams and a large one about 60 grams, so set the size selector to match what you actually have. The converter above and the chart below cover all sizes and units for any amount.

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Shallot converter

Use the tool below to convert shallot from Whole Shallots to the measurement that you need.

Shallot size ranges from a 20 g small to a 60 g large (triple the weight). Picking the right size means two shallots in a vinaigrette or pan sauce comes out as intended.

How much is one medium shallot?

One medium shallot is 0.25 cups, about 40 grams. 2 shallots is 0.5 cups and 3 shallots is 0.75 cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

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Want a stronger, bolder flavour? Standard onions (70–150 g) are larger and work for everyday cooking. See onions in items.

Spring onions (10–25 g) are even more delicate with a fresh, herbaceous bite. See spring onions in items.

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0.25 cups

Common Shallot conversions

Quick reference for shallot at medium size. Switch the size in the converter above for small or large.

shallots	Cups (chopped)
1 shallot	0.25 cups
2 shallots	0.5 cups
3 shallots	0.75 cups
4 shallots	1 cup
5 shallots	1.25 cups
6 shallots	1.5 cups

Shallot conversion chart

The chart below shows how whole shallots (medium size) convert to cups, grams and ounces.

shallots	cups	cups (US)	g	oz	lb	kg
1 shallot	0.25 cups	0.26 cups (US)	40 g	1.41 oz	0.09 lb	0.04 kg
2 shallots	0.5 cups	0.52 cups (US)	80 g	2.82 oz	0.18 lb	0.08 kg
3 shallots	0.75 cups	0.78 cups (US)	120 g	4.23 oz	0.26 lb	0.12 kg
4 shallots	1 cup	1.04 cups (US)	160 g	5.64 oz	0.35 lb	0.16 kg
5 shallots	1.25 cups	1.3 cups (US)	200 g	7.05 oz	0.44 lb	0.2 kg

Shallot varieties and best uses

The conversions above are the same whatever variety you use; the difference is what each is good for. Here is how the common shallot varieties compare.

Variety	Best for
French (common) shallot	Dressings, vinaigrettes, and raw use: classic small grey-brown shallot with fine, complex flavour.
Banana shallot (echalion)	Quick prep and large volumes: elongated, milder, and easy to peel.
Asian (pink) shallot	South-East Asian cooking and frying: small, sweet, and crispy when deep-fried.

Which should I pick?

For dressings, vinaigrettes, and pan sauces, the common French shallot is the default: milder and more complex than onion, with a hint of garlic. Banana shallots (echalions) are larger and easier to peel, useful when a recipe needs a big volume of shallot quickly. Asian (pink) shallots are smaller, sweeter, and the pick for South-East Asian dishes like crispy fried shallots and Thai curries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is one medium shallot?: One medium shallot is 0.25 cups, or 40 grams. The ratio is fixed, so 2 shallots is 0.5 cups and 3 shallots is 0.75 cups. Use the converter above for any amount, or the chart below for the most common quantities. Open the shallot converter
How many cups is one medium shallot?: One medium shallot is 0.25 cups. The conversion scales in a straight line, so 2 shallots is 0.5 cups and 3 shallots is 0.75 cups. Multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs, or use the converter above for an exact reading at any amount.
How many grams is one medium shallot?: One medium shallot weighs about 40 grams. A small one is about 20 grams and a large one about 60 grams, so set the size selector to match what you actually have. The converter above and the chart below cover all sizes and units for any amount.

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