Grilled Quail

Total Time
20 minutes, plus 2 to 24 hours for marinating
Rating
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Ingredients

Yield:4 servings
  • 8partly boned quail
  • ¼cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2tablespoons honey
  • ½cup loosely packed thyme sprigs
  • 1tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
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Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

2088 calories; 151 grams fat; 35 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 73 grams monounsaturated fat; 30 grams polyunsaturated fat; 14 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 11 grams sugars; 159 grams protein; 435 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Check quail for any stray bone fragments or feathers. If there are V-shaped grilling pins protruding (these shape the partly boned birds), leave them in place. Rinse, and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. Step 2

    In large mixing bowl, combine vinegar, olive oil, honey, thyme and black pepper. Add quail, and toss gently to coat. Cover, and set aside in a cool place for 2 hours, or refrigerate overnight.

  3. Step 3

    Preheat grill or broiler. Remove quail from marinade, and place near hottest part of grill or broiler. Cook until exteriors are browned and meat is just pink when sliced at the leg bones, about 3 to 5 minutes a side. Remove grilling pins, and serve immediately.

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An excellent marinade for grilling quail. One time I added ras el hanout, which my husband did not like, so from now on I'll stick with the basic marinade. Quail are delicious little birds but messy to eat.

An excellent marinade for grilling quail. One time I added ras el hanout, which my husband did not like, so from now on I'll stick with the basic marinade. Quail are delicious little birds but messy to eat.

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Adapted from Mario Batali

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