L’escargot Bourguignon (Snails):

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
L’escargot Bourguignon: A classic French delicacy with a rich buttery flavor
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

24 snails
24 snail shells
3/4 cup butter ( softened , but not melted )
1/8 cup flat-leaf Italian parsley ( finely chopped )
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes ( for sprinkling )
1 shallot ( minced well )
1 garlic clove ( minced well )
1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
2 tablespoons cream sherry
salt
black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
373
Sugar
0g
Fat
40g
L’escargot Bourguignon, also known as escargots de Bourgogne, is a classic French dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. It is made by cooking snails in a compound butter made with garlic, parsley, and other seasonings, then serving them in their shells. The dish originated in Burgundy in the eastern part of France, where snails are plentiful and an important part of the regional cuisine. Today, L’escargot Bourguignon can be found on the menus of French restaurants all over the world and has become a popular French delicacy.

Instructions

1.Rinse the snails thoroughly in cool water.
2.Boil the snails in salted water for 5-10 minutes until the snails are tender.
3.Remove the snails from the shells with a sharp toothpick.
4.Clean the shells with a brush and boiling water.
5.Mix softened butter, minced shallot, minced garlic, and cream sherry to create a well-combined compound.
6.Add chopped parsley, pepper, granulated garlic, and salt to the mix.
7.Spoon a dollop of the butter mixture in each shell.
8.Place each snail on top of the butter mixture in the shell.
9.Sprinkle parsley flakes on top of each snail.
10.Preheat oven to 350°F and bake on a baking sheet for 10-12 minutes. Serve hot.

PROS

L’escargot Bourguignon is a popular appetizer in France, known for its rich buttery flavor.

It is a sophisticated dish that is sure to impress guests at any dinner party.

CONS

The dish is time-consuming and requires a lot of effort to prepare the snails.

Some people may be put off by the fact that escargot is a type of snail.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Snails are high in protein and low in fat, making them a healthy alternative to red meat.
They also contain a variety of nutrients, including selenium, iron, magnesium, and copper.
The garlic used in this recipe is known for its antibacterial properties and has been linked to improved heart health.

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