Crispy Smoked Quail Salad Recipe

Name: Crispy Smoked Quail Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Hickory chunks; 1 cup peanut oil; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons soy sauce or hoisin sauce; 2 tablespoons bourbon; 8 quail, breasts deboned; 2 cups rice flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups water; Vegetable oil; 8 cups gourmet salad greens; 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup thinly sliced celery hearts

Servings: persons

Hickory chunks
1 cup peanut oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce or hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons bourbon
8 quail, breasts deboned
2 cups rice flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups water
Vegetable oil
8 cups gourmet salad greens
2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery hearts

1
Soak wood chunks in water 1 hour.
2
Combine peanut oil and next 3 ingredients in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; add quail. Seal and chill 1 hour, turning occasionally.
3
Remove quail from marinade, discarding marinade.
4
Prepare charcoal fire in smoker; let burn 15 to 20 minutes.
5
Drain wood chunks and place on coals. Place water pan in smoker; add water to depth of fill line.
6
Place quail on lower food rack; cover with smoker lid. Smoke 25 to 30 minutes. Let stand 30 minutes.
7
Stir together flour and next 3 ingredients in a small bowl just until blended.
8
Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 3 inches into a Dutch oven; heat oil to 375u00b0.
9
Hold quails by legs, and dip into batter, coating thoroughly. Fry quail in batches in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels.
10
Toss greens with 1/4 cup Bourbon Dressing; place on individual serving plates. Top each with a quail; divide pear slices and remaining ingredients evenly among salads. Serve with remaining dressing.

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Hickory chunks, 1 cup peanut oil, 2 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce or hoisin sauce, and more.

Yes, Crispy Smoked Quail Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Crispy Smoked Quail Salad

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