QUAIL AND GRAPES

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Provided by David Tanis

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 jumbo quail, about 4 to 5 ounces each
Salt and pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons grated garlic
6 large rosemary sprigs, plus 1/2 teaspoon chopped
6 large thyme sprigs, plus 1/2 teaspoon chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 small red boiling onions (about 1/2 pound), peeled and quartered
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1 pound grapes, cut into 6 small clusters

Steps:

  • Rinse quail and pat dry. Season inside and out with salt and pepper. Put a small amount of grated garlic in each bird's cavity, as well as the chopped rosemary and thyme. Drizzle birds with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and let marinate at room temperature for at least 1 hour. (You may refrigerate for several hours or overnight; bring to room temperature before roasting.)
  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Place onions in a small ovenproof skillet or pie pan, and season with salt and pepper. Toss with balsamic vinegar and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to coat. Bake until slightly softened and caramelized, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Spread remaining rosemary and thyme sprigs on a baking sheet or in a low-sided roasting pan. Lay quail on top of herbs, breast-side down. Roast for about 15 minutes, until puffed and lightly browned.
  • Turn birds breast-side up and surround with roasted onions and grape clusters. Continue roasting for 10 minutes more. If necessary, put birds under the broiler to crisp the skin. Let rest 10 minutes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 342, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 600 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

It's Bacha bhai
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the quail turns out perfectly.


Sufyan Sufi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The quail is always tender and juicy, and the grapes add a nice sweetness.


Olwethu Vakalisa
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would use less sugar next time.


bts V
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I'm not a big fan of quail, but I loved this recipe! The grapes really helped to balance out the flavor of the quail.


Hisham Yasir
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The quail and grapes are a perfect combination.


Sam Rana
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The quail was a bit tough, but the grapes were delicious. I think I would try marinating the quail overnight next time.


Annmarie Newton
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This recipe was easy to follow and the quail turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Hellen Roberts
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I've never had quail before, but this recipe made me a fan! The quail was so tender and flavorful.


Dennis Maina
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of quail and grapes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Medikal Elchairmano
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The quail was a bit dry, but the grapes were delicious. I think I would try cooking the quail for a shorter amount of time next time.


richard otchere
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This quail and grapes recipe was a hit! The quail was tender and flavorful, and the grapes added a nice sweetness and acidity. I will definitely be making this again.