Savory Pineapple Baked Quail 🍍🦜
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
This recipe presents an easy and delightful way to serve quail, which can also be adapted for Cornish game hens. The combination of savory flavors from Worcestershire sauce and Dijon mustard, enhanced with the sweetness of pineapple, creates a tantalizing dish. Serve it alongside a comforting rice pilaf and a refreshing green salad for a balanced meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 8 | Quail |
| 1 | Pineapple |
| 2 | Worcestershire sauce |
| 2 | Dijon mustard |
| 1 | Dried rosemary leaves |
| 1 | Cornstarch |
| 1 | Lemon |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 506.8
- Fat Content: 26.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 165.7mg
- Sodium Content: 173.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 24.2g
- Fiber Content: 3.6g
- Sugar Content: 14g
- Protein Content: 44g
Instructions:
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Preparation: Heat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Arrange Quail: Place the quail, breast side down, in a 10-inch square baking dish or a 3-quart casserole dish. Set it aside for now.
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Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, blend together the pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, dried rosemary leaves, and cornstarch until well combined.
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Add Pineapple: Pour the prepared pineapple and lemon slices over the quail in the baking dish.
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Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake the quail, basting occasionally with the sauce, until they are tender and the juices run clear. This usually takes around 35-40 minutes. Then, bake them for an additional 15-30 minutes longer to ensure they are fully cooked through.
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Arrange and Serve: Once done, arrange the quail and pineapple slices on a serving platter. If desired, strain the sauce to remove any solids and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling over the quail.
Enjoy your Savory Pineapple Baked Quail! 🍽️
