Fried Quail with Gravy Recipe

Name: Fried Quail with Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 cups vegetable oil for frying; 12 whole quail; 2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows; 2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons flour; 1 egg, beaten; 2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons milk; Salt and pepper; 2 cups mashed potatoes; 4 biscuits; 1 tablespoon chives; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

2 -3 cups vegetable oil for frying
12 whole quail
2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons flour
1 egg, beaten
2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons milk
Salt and pepper
2 cups mashed potatoes
4 biscuits
1 tablespoon chives
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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["Heat the oil for frying in a cast iron skillet.", "Season the entire quail with 1 teaspoon of Essence.", "In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg and two tablespoons of milk together.", "Dredge the quail in the flour and dip it in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off.", "Dredge the quail a second time in the flour, covering the quail completely.", "Fry the quail for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.", "Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.", "Season the quail with Essence.", "Remove all the oil except for 1/2 cup.", "Whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1 minute.", "Whisk in the remaining 2 cups of milk and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the gravy is thick.", "Season the gravy with salt and pepper.", "Mound the potatoes in the center of the plate.", "Spoon the gravy over the potatoes and around the plate.", "Lay the fried quail on top of the potatoes.", "Garnish with Essence, biscuits and chives.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from ""New New Orleans Cooking"

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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

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 cups vegetable oil for frying, 12 whole quail, 2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows, 2 cups, plus 2 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Fried Quail with Gravy falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fried Quail with Gravy

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