Savory Veal with Escargot and Chive Spark

Ingredients:

- 1.5 kg veal stew meat, cubed

- 250g fresh escargot (snails), cleaned and cooked

- 2 tablespoons olive oil

- 1 large onion, finely chopped

- 3 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 cup dry white wine

- 2 cups beef broth

- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

- 1 teaspoon dried thyme

- Salt and black pepper to taste

- Chopped fresh chives for garnish


Instructions:

1. Prepare the Veal:

   - Season veal cubes with salt and black pepper.

   - In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown veal on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.

2. Saute Aromatics:

   - In the same pot, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Cook until softened and aromatic.

3. Deglaze and Simmer:

   - Pour in white wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits.

   - Return the browned veal to the pot. Add beef broth and dried thyme. Bring to a simmer and cover. Cook over low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours or until the veal is tender.

4. Add Escargot and Tomatoes:

   - Stir in the cooked escargot and halved cherry tomatoes. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes until the flavors meld.

5. Adjust Seasoning and Serve:

   - Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.

   - Serve the veal and escargot stew hot, garnished with a generous sprinkle of fresh chives.

6. Chive Spark:

   - Just before serving, sprinkle chopped fresh chives over the stew to add a vibrant spark of flavor and color.

Enjoy this delectable veal stew featuring tender meat, succulent escargot, and the delightful freshness of chives!

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