{"product_id":"escargots-empty-escargot-shells-6-pieces","title":"Escargots (empty escargot shells 6 pieces)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Natural empty escargot shells (Helix Lucorum) from France, Italy and Greece ready to be filled. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEscargots filled with a fresh herb and citrus butter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecreate the ultimate gastronomic pairing with the saline and botanical notes of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHermit Dutch Coastal Gin\u003c\/span\u003e. Since this gin is distilled using purified seawater from the Oosterschelde, a filling featuring citrus, fennel, and fresh herbs beautifully highlights the maritime nuances in your glass.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHere is a step-by-step guide on how to stuff the escargots and why this pairing works so exceptionally well.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Perfect Flavor Match\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTraditional escargots are typically filled with heavy garlic butter. To pair them with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHermit Gin\u003c\/span\u003e, we recommend a lighter, coastal-inspired filling instead. The gin features botanicals like juniper, coriander, citrus, and a hint of seawater. Echoing these elements in the butter filling creates a harmonious flavor profile.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients for the Gin-Pairing Filling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButter: Unsalted and softened at room temperature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCitrus zest: Finely grated lemon or orange peel (to match the fresh gin aroma).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh fennel or dill: Finely chopped to enhance the anise-like tones in the gin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoriander seeds: Lightly crushed to mirror the gin's botanicals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSea salt: A pinch to accentuate the saline character of Hermit Dutch Coastal Gin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShallot and a splash of gin: For a subtle depth of flavor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep-by-Step Guide: How to Fill the Escargots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix the butter: Blend the softened butter with the citrus zest, finely chopped fennel or dill, a minced shallot, crushed coriander seeds, and sea salt. Add a few drops of Hermit Gin for a direct flavor connection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrepare the shells: Ensure the escargot shells are clean and dry. If using canned escargots, rinse them briefly and drain well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd the first layer of butter: Use a small knife or a pastry bag to push a small dollop of the herb butter deep into the empty shell.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsert the snail: Gently push the escargot into the shell on top of the first layer of butter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeal with butter: Completely fill the rest of the opening with a generous amount of the remaining herb butter. This seals the snail inside and allows the flavors to melt together while cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBake: Place the stuffed shells facing upwards in an escargot dish or on a bed of coarse sea salt. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F) until the butter is bubbling and golden brown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"heading\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eServe the piping hot escargots straight from the oven with crusty baguette to soak up the flavorful butter. Pair them with a refreshing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHermit Gin \u0026amp; Tonic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emade with a premium neutral tonic, garnished with a sprig of samphire (zeekraal) or a slice of grapefruit. The dry, crisp, and saline character of the gin cuts through the richness of the butter perfectly.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hermit Gin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58303967461708,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/0367\/5212\/files\/Project_Naar_PNG_converteren_-_05_augustus_2026_om_14.46.22.png?v=1785934068","url":"https:\/\/hermitgin.com\/nl\/products\/escargots-empty-escargot-shells-6-pieces","provider":"Hermit Gin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}