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If you're wondering what to eat in France and which dishes are typical of French gastronomy, there are plenty of delicious recipes to try out on a trip to Gaulish lands. We recommend these 10 traditional French dishes:
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1. Quiche Lorraine
Originating in the Alsace region of France, quiche Lorraine is a savoury tart made with shortcrust pastry, a sauce based on fresh cream and eggs (called "migaine"), flavoured with nutmeg and pepper, to which small pieces of bacon are added. Today, there are countless variations on the quiche Lorraine, and savory tarts to suit every taste.
2. Pancakes
Who hasn't eaten a crêpe? They're delicious, and in France even more so: there's the sweet version (sugar, cream, strawberries...) or the savory version (ham and cheese, for example). They'll get you out of any situation, because they're one of the tastiest and most affordable dishes in France.
3. Coq au vin
Chicken in wine is simple and delicious: a chicken stew "drowned" in a large quantity of wine (often red). It's usually accompanied by onions.
4. Ratatouille
One of the most popular French dishes. It's a recipe for simmered vegetables, similar to pisto, although it's best to avoid comparisons! It's flavored with Provençal herbs and spices, giving it that characteristic southern taste. It can be served as a starter or as an accompaniment to meat and fish dishes. Native to the Provence region.
5. Onion soup
It sounds a lot fancier than "soupe à l'oignon", and the truth is, it tastes a lot better than you'd imagine. This dish is one of the finest in French cuisine. Once a popular dish for modest families, today it's a must in any self-respecting restaurant. Onions are slowly cooked in butter and oil, and when served, a slice of bread au gratin with cheese is added. You'll be licking your fingers!
6. Beef bourguignon
A favorite of French and foreigners alike, this is beef simmered in red Burgundy wine, with garlic, onions, herbs and mushrooms. As beef is quite tough, it cooks for a long time over a low heat. It's a hearty, flavorful dish.
7. Duck confit
A delight: the preparation takes a very long time (up to 36 hours!) so it's not an inexpensive dish, but it's absolutely worth trying at least once in your life. Duck confit is prepared with the duck leg salted and then cooked in its own fat. The result is divine!
8. Snails
Although it's a famous dish in France, it's not always easy to find. If you can get past the shock (these are snails baked with parsley, garlic and butter), you'll be in for a real treat.
9. Tarte Tatin
One of France's most distinctive desserts: this upside-down apple tart (the apples are underneath and the pastry on top when baked) is delicious. The apples are caramelized in butter and sugar. The story goes that this apple tart was born of a mistake... We hope there will be more mistakes like that!
If you have a sweet tooth, you'll find your paradise in France: macaroons, waffles, crêpes, pain au chocolat, croissants and much more. Just step into a boulangerie and go crazy with happiness!
10. Typical products: baguettes and cheeses
The baguette is not just a loaf of bread. No, it isn't. Crunchy, tasty, hot: a good baguette is a little piece of heaven, and in France it's not hard to find good ones. And once you've got your baguette, the best thing to do is to improvise a picnic with another star product: cheese.
There are over 300 types of cheese in France, but if you don't want to go home rolled, it's best to make a selection. Here are the ones we recommend you try:
Comté, a mild taste
Camembert, a strong-smelling symbol of Normandy
Reblochon, soft and delicious
Roquefort, one of the world's best-known blue cheeses
Chèvre, with goat's milk, perfect for salads
Bleu, another blue cheese with a distinctive taste
Brie, our favourite, delicious and tasty
Now you know which dishes are typical of France. Now all you have to do is choose the one that most appeals to you and enjoy its flavours!
Article taken from the Mochileando por el Mundo website, which we invite you to consult:
https://www.mochileandoporelmundo.com/que-comer-en-francia-platos-tipicos-franceses/
