Escargots de Bourgogne (Garlic Butter Snails)
Escargots in Garlic Herb Butter
Yes, with a tweak: absolutely no bread (baguette) for dipping. About 3g net carbs per serving, lower than 9 in 10 French dishes.
What it is
Snails baked in individual wells with copious amounts of garlic, parsley, and butter, often with a hint of shallot and white wine, served sizzling hot. Traditionally served with bread for dipping, which must be omitted.
Key ingredients
Snails (Helix pomatia), butter, garlic, parsley, shallots, white wine (minimal for flavor), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Absolutely no bread (baguette) for dipping. Confirm no flour or breadcrumbs are used in the butter mixture.
Watch out for
The bread served for dipping (must be avoided); potential hidden flour in the butter mixture (unlikely in authentic preparations); small amount of carbs from garlic/shallots/wine.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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