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French bistro · France

Lemon and Parsley Classic French Escargots with Garlic and Butter

A traditional French dish of snails baked in garlic butter, served in their shells for an elegant appetizer. Finished with lemon and parsley for a bright aromatic variation.

20 minutes4 servings
Lemon and Parsley Classic French Escargots with Garlic and Butter
Photo: Misaochan · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Place snails in their shells in a baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spoon the garlic butter mixture into each snail shell.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes until the butter is bubbly and golden.
  5. Finish with 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest and 1 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley just before serving.

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