Crispy Shallots and Garlic for garnish

Add enough oil to barely come up the sides of an 8-inch fry pan and heat over medium heat.  Add half the garlic and fry, stirring frequently until golden, about 1 minute, lowering the heat as necessary to keep the garlic from burning.  Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels to drain.  Season with salt and repeat with the remaining garlic.

Add half the shallots to the hot oil and fry, stirring frequently, until golden, about 1 minute.  Remove from the oil with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels to drain.  Season with salt and repeat with the remaining shallots