French Dish

Quenelles de Brochet

Quenelles de brochet

Also known as: Pike quenelles, Quenelle de brochet, Lyon quenelles, Fish dumplings

What is Quenelles de Brochet?

Delicate oval dumplings from Lyon made from pike fish, a panade of flour, butter, milk, and eggs, poached and often baked in a creamy Nantua (crayfish) sauce.

Typical Ingredients

pike
flour
butter
eggs
milk
cream
nutmeg
salt
nantua sauce

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Eggs
Often Present
Fish
Often Present
Dairy
Often Present
Gluten
Often Present
Shellfish
Sometimes Present

Pike fish is the base. Panade contains flour, butter, milk, and eggs. Nantua sauce contains crayfish (shellfish) and cream. Multiple allergens present.

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

What sauce is served with the quenelles?
Does the sauce contain shellfish?

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Important Disclaimer

Allergen information is based on typical recipes and may vary by restaurant, region, or preparation method. Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.