Ingredients
- 24 escargots (snails), cleaned
- 100g butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 50g fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 100g grated cheese (Gruyère or Parmesan)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 loaf of French baguette (for serving)
- 500g potatoes (for French fries)
- Oil for frying
- 1 tsp paprika (optional, for fries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
- In a bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic, chopped parsley, grated cheese, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the escargots in their shells on a baking dish. Fill each shell with the garlic cheese butter mixture.
- Bake the escargots in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
- While the snails are baking, prepare the French fries. Peel and cut the potatoes into thin strips.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Fry the potato strips in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, and season with salt and paprika.
- Serve the baked escargots warm, alongside crispy French fries and slices of French baguette.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Deep frying pan or fryer
- Slotted spoon
- Paper towels
Nutrients
- Calories: Approximately 450 per serving
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g