Pareja De Codornices (Pair Of Quail ) Recipe

Name: Pareja De Codornices (Pair Of Quail )
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 medium semi-boneless quail; For the marinade; 1/2 cup virgin olive oil; 3 ounces dried ancho chile powder (available in any Mexican grocery store); 4 tablespoons chopped garlic; For the Quail; 8 jalapeno peppers; 1/2 cup honey; salt, to taste; 1 pinch cinnamon; 8 slices bacon, semi-cooked

Servings: persons

1
For the marinade:
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In a glass bowl mix the olive oil, garlic and ancho chile powder; add the quail, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight if possible.
3
In a small saucepan, blend the honey, salt and cinnamon together and heat to boiling.
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Place 1 jalapeno in the cavity of each quail and fold legs over the other half. Coat the quail with the honey/cinnamon mixture and wrap with one bacon strip. Pin together with a toothpick that has been soaked in water (so it will not burn when roasted).
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Roast over a mesquite charcoal fire for about 4 minutes, flip the quail and cook on the other side for about 2 minutes or until cooked to medium-rare.

827

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* 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: 8 medium semi-boneless quail, For the marinade, 1/2 cup virgin olive oil, 3 ounces dried ancho chile powder (available in any Mexican grocery store), and more.

Yes, Pareja De Codornices (Pair Of Quail ) falls under the Seafood 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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Pareja De Codornices (Pair Of Quail )

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