The secret ingredient is extra virgin olive oil
In Lleida, snails are part of our gastronomic identity. This delicacy, which has been on our tables for generations, requires careful cooking and quality ingredients. Recipes for snails vary according to family, but there are two elements that cannot be missing: patience and a good extra virgin olive oil such as Oliferm. Today, we will talk about the most traditional snail recipes in our region and the importance of using the right oil to enhance their flavor.
Snails in a tin: the jewel of Lleida
One of the most popular snail recipes in Lleida is, without a doubt, snails in a jar . This traditional dish is cooked over a slow fire on an iron tin placed on the coals, and served with garlic and oil or a vinaigrette sauce. Canned snails require little preparation, but a good olive oil like Oliferm is essential to get them tender and tasty. The extra virgin oil not only enhances the taste, but also helps to maintain its texture, making them a real delight.
Snails with samfaina: an explosion of flavors
Another of the great recipes for snails from our land is that of snails with samfaina . This recipe combines the richness of snails with the intensity of a samfaina made with tomato, pepper and aubergine.
This is where Oliferm olive oil plays a key role:
Frying the vegetables with this arbeque oil gives a special touch to the samfaina, enhancing the flavors of each ingredient and offering a perfect balance with the tender meat of the snails.
Stewed snails: Grandma’s dish
Snail stew is one of the most ingrained snail recipes in our family kitchens. This dish, often cooked for hours, uses ingredients such as sausage, ham, onion, and a good drizzle of Oliferm olive oil to give it a deep, comforting flavor. Extra virgin oil helps to infuse flavors during cooking, ensuring that every bite is full of authentic earthy aromas. For those who want to follow this recipe in detail, we recommend visiting specialized gastronomic blogs or watching videos of local cooks who reveal all the secrets to a perfect preparation.
The importance of good olive oil
When we talk about traditional cuisine, the choice of ingredients makes the difference. Using an extra virgin olive oil like Oliferm ensures that snail recipes are exquisite and also keeps the tradition alive with its smooth and balanced taste.
Our oil, made with Arbequina olives from Castelldans, provides a smooth and balanced taste. This makes it perfect for dishes where the simplicity of the ingredients predominates.
If you like snails and want to prepare them as they have always been done, remember that a good extra virgin olive oil, like Oliferm , is essential to achieve this.
