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Roasted Quail Stuffed with Creole Oyster Dressing Recipe
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 47 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 1554.2 kcal per serving
- Cuisine: Creole
- Category: Quail
Ingredients:
- 3 quail
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1/2 celery rib, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup reserved oyster liquid
- 1 cup chopped oysters
- 1 cup bread cubes
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare dressing: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large sautΓ© pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, shallots, and diced celery. SautΓ© for 2 to 3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
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Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and continue sautΓ©ing for an additional minute, until fragrant.
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Simmer oyster liquid: Pour in the reserved oyster liquid and bring it to a simmer.
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Cook oysters: Add the chopped oysters to the pan and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until they are cooked through.
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Prepare stuffing: Transfer the cooked mixture into a large bowl. Add the bread cubes and season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
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Season quail: Season the quail generously with salt and pepper, ensuring to season both the outside and inside of the meat.
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Stuff quail: Stuff each quail with about 2 ounces of the prepared stuffing mixture. Brush the quail with melted butter to add flavor and moisture.
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Roast quail: Place the stuffed quail on a baking sheet or in a roasting pan. Roast in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the quail are cooked through and the stuffing is golden brown.
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Serve: Once roasted, remove the quail from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Since quail are small, plan to serve about 2 quail per person.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 1554.2 kcal
- Fat: 96 g
- Saturated Fat: 40.6 g
- Cholesterol: 401.2 mg
- Sodium: 1394.9 mg
- Carbohydrates: 93.4 g
- Fiber: 4.3 g
- Sugar: 7.9 g
- Protein: 77 g
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve your Roasted Quail Stuffed with Creole Oyster Dressing alongside your favorite side dishes. Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad would complement this dish beautifully. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh herbs for a pop of color and flavor!