Escargot in Garlic Butter

A classic French dish where snails are cooked in a savory garlic butter sauce and served with bread or puff pastry.

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30 minutes

2 servings

Ingredients

  • 12 snails (canned or fresh)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in the flour to create a roux and cook for another minute.
  5. Add the snails, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat them in the garlic butter.
  6. Transfer the snail mixture to an oven-safe dish.
  7. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes until bubbly.
  9. Serve immediately with crusty bread or puff pastry.

Nutritional information

(Per serving)

Calories: 300 kcal

Carbohydrates: 10g

Proteins: 20g

Fats: 22g