Biscay-style snails

Directions

1. Keep the snails in a mesh bag for 15 days to allow them to purge. ≈ 3 min
2. After this time, remove the dry membrane from the opening with a pin, then cover each snail with salt. ≈ 3 min
3. Let them sit for a few minutes to allow any impurities to settle. ≈ 3 min
4. Wash them thoroughly under running water. ≈ 2 min
5. Submerge them in a vegetable stock heated to 50 °C and bring to a boil for 20 minutes. ⏱ 20 min
6. Stir frequently during cooking. ≈ 3 min
7. Cook them for another 40 minutes in a separate saucepan with broth. ⏱ 40 min
8. Strain the broth and set it aside. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
9. The day before, remove the stems and seeds from the hot peppers, then either soak them in warm water or cook them for 5 minutes. ⏱ 5 min
10. Remove the flesh with a sharp knife, chop it up, and set it aside. ≈ 8 min
11. In a large pot, combine the oil, garlic, and dried chili pepper over low heat. ⏱ ≈ 40 min
12. Once the garlic starts to brown, remove the chili pepper and add the onions. ≈ 3 min
13. Please, preserve gently. ≈ 3 min
14. Add the chopped choricero peppers, tomatoes, and toasted bread, along with the broth. ⏱ ≈ 10 min
15. Let it simmer for 30 minutes over low heat. ⏱ 30 min
16. Blend in a blender, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve. ≈ 4 min
17. Heat lard cubes in a pan with a small amount of oil. ⏱ ≈ 7 min
18. Add the snails and the béarnaise sauce. ≈ 3 min
19. Cook over low heat until the snails are well coated and saturated with the sauce. ⏱ ≈ 10 min