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Escargots à la Bourguignonne

Cultural Context

Originating from the Burgundy region of France, Escargots à la Bourguignonne showcases the culinary tradition of using snails, a delicacy enjoyed since Roman times. The dish is celebrated for its rich garlic and herb butter, which complements the unique flavor of the snails. Today, it is a staple in French cuisine, often served as an elegant appetizer in restaurants worldwide, delighting diners with its luxurious taste and texture.

FrenchFRBurgundyappetizer
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup garlic butter
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
24 escargots
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

escargots

💰Cheaper: mushrooms

Mushrooms provide a similar texture and are more accessible.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

Chicken broth maintains moisture without alcohol.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground almonds

Ground almonds add crunch with fewer carbs.

1

Prepare garlic butter at room temperature (recipe available on the creator's website).

2

Add dry white wine and grated Parmesan cheese to the garlic butter and mix until well distributed.

3

Transfer the butter mixture to the fridge to harden for about 1 hour.

4

Once hardened, take a shell and put a small amount of butter inside to cover the bottom.

5

Place one escargot inside the shell; if it's a small escargot, add two.

6

Cover the escargot with more butter, ensuring it's evenly stuffed.

7

Place the stuffed shell on a baking sheet sprinkled with coarse sea salt, with the opening facing up.

8

Stuff a total of 28 shells with one can of escargots.

9

Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).

10

Bake the escargots in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until the butter is foaming and the escargots are sizzling.

11

Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbakingbroiling

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlbaking dishspoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairyshellfish

Also Known As

Burgundy SnailsEscargots de Bourgogne
Local Name: Escargots à la Bourguignonne

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