Snail grape soup
Description
A hearty first course. This colorful and delicious soup made with grape snails will appeal even to those trying it for the first time. You can also prepare it using fresh snails if desired, but then they should be boiled in two or three changes of water for about 1.5 hours. Don't forget to serve the soup with toasted slices of baguette or lavash. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Peel the potatoes, onion, and carrots, and rinse the vegetables in water.
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Step 2
Cut the potatoes and carrots into large pieces, and place the chopped vegetables into a saucepan or pot. Add vegetable seasoning, bay leaves, and hot water. Boil everything for about 20 minutes.
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Step 3
Melt the butter in a frying pan. Slice the onion into half-rings and add to the pan together with the snails. Use marinated or cooked snails. Fry everything for about 3–4 minutes, until the onion turns golden brown.
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Step 4
Remove the bay leaves from the broth and purée it to achieve a smooth, velvety consistency. Optionally, add a couple of tablespoons of white wine for flavor.
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Step 5
Pour a ladleful of puréed soup into a deep plate, and place the snails with fried onions into the soup. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.