Grilled Quail with Green Papaya Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Quail with Green Papaya Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1/2 cup canola oil; 1/4 cup Asian red chili sauce, such as sambal oelek; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 8 partially boned quail (about 4 pounds); 1 small red onion, finely diced; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce; 1 1/2 pounds green papaya or underripe honeydew melonpeeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup Asian red chili sauce, such as sambal oelek
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons minced garlic
8 partially boned quail (about 4 pounds)
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons Asian fish sauce
1 1/2 pounds green papaya or underripe honeydew melonpeeled, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
In a shallow glass dish, mix the wine, canola oil, chili sauce, ginger and garlic.
2
Add the quail and coat well with the marinade.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
4
In a medium bowl, combine the onion, lime juice and fish sauce.
5
Fold in the green papaya and season with salt and pepper.
6
Cover and refrigerate.
7
Light a grill or preheat a grill pan.
8
Remove the quail from the marinade and season with salt and pepper.
9
Grill the quail over a hot fire or high heat until lightly charred and just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side.
10
Transfer 2 quail to each plate, spoon the papaya salad alongside and serve.

807

kcal

Calories

Fat

145

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.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dry red wine, 1/2 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup Asian red chili sauce, such as sambal oelek, 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Grilled Quail with Green Papaya 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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Grilled Quail with Green Papaya Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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