Caracoles à la Andalousie

Caracoles a la andaluza is a traditional tapa or appetizer originating from Andalusia. It’s made with a combination of snails (caracoles) and a rich sauce consisting of tomatoes, garlic, parsley, longaniza sausage, salt, pepper, white wine, and brandy. Aromatic herbs such as mint are often added to the sauce. The snails are first boiled in salted water, then mixed with the sauce. The dish is served in earthenware bowls while piping hot. It’s recommended to pair caracoles a la andaluza with a glass of sherry on the side.