Recipe

Japanese-style Garlic Butter Escargot

Umami Delight: Japanese-inspired Garlic Butter Escargot

4.7 out of 5

Indulge in the flavors of Japan and China with this delectable twist on the classic French dish, Escargot. This recipe combines the rich umami of Japanese and Chinese ingredients with the buttery goodness of escargot, resulting in a mouthwatering fusion of flavors.

Snail Dish› Escargot

European cuisine› Western European cuisine› French cuisine

Asian cuisine› Chinese cuisine› Overseas Chinese cuisine› Japanese Chinese cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

10-12 minutes

Total time

30-32 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Medium

Suitable for

Pescatarian, Dairy-free (if using dairy-free butter), Gluten-free (if using gluten-free soy sauce)

Allergens

Dairy, Shellfish

Not suitable for

Vegan, Vegetarian, Nut-free, Egg-free, Shellfish-free

Ingredients

In this Japanese Chinese adaptation of Escargot, we infuse the dish with Asian flavors by incorporating soy sauce, mirin, and ginger into the garlic butter sauce. These ingredients add a unique umami taste and a touch of sweetness, elevating the dish to new heights. Additionally, we garnish the escargot with chopped scallions, adding a fresh and vibrant element to the presentation. We alse have the original recipe for Escargot, so you can check it out.

24 escargot 24 escargot
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon mirin
1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 teaspoon grated ginger
2 tablespoons chopped scallions (for garnish) 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (for garnish)
Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 240 kcal / 1004 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 12g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 4g, 0g
Protein: 12g
Fiber: 0g
Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2.
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, soy sauce, mirin, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
3.
Place the escargot in a baking dish or escargot plates.
4.
Spoon a generous amount of the garlic butter sauce over each escargot.
5.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the escargot are heated through and the butter is bubbling.
6.
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped scallions.
7.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Escargot — Ensure that the escargot are properly cleaned and cooked according to package instructions before using them in this recipe.

Tips & Tricks

If you can't find escargot, you can substitute with cooked and peeled shrimp for a delicious seafood twist.
For an extra kick of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter sauce.
Serve the escargot with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, reduce the amount of minced garlic.
Make sure to use unsalted butter to have better control over the saltiness of the dish.

Serving advice

Serve the Japanese-style Garlic Butter Escargot as an appetizer or as part of a seafood-themed dinner. Provide small forks or escargot tongs for easy enjoyment of the escargot. Accompany the dish with a side of crusty bread to mop up the delicious garlic butter sauce.

Presentation advice

Arrange the escargot on a serving platter or individual escargot plates. Drizzle any remaining garlic butter sauce over the escargot for an enticing presentation. Sprinkle the chopped scallions on top to add a pop of color and freshness.