Chili Garlic Quail

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Ingredients :

6 quails

1 small red chili, finely chopped

2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander leaves and stems

4 cloves garlic, crushed

2 tsp soft brown sugar

2 tsp Red Curry Paste or commercial paste

1 tbsp grated fresh ginger

2 tsp light soy sauce

2 tsp chili sauce or commercial sauce

2 tsp oil

How To Make :

1. Using poultry shears or kitchen scissors, cut each quail down either side of the backbone and then open out flat. Cut each one in half through the breastbone.

2. Using a mortar and pestle or blender, blend the chili, coriander leaves and stems, garlic, brown sugar, paste, ginger, soy sauce, chili sauce and oil, until smooth.

3. Brush the mixture all over the quails. Place them in a container, cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Grill the quails until browned and cooked through, or bake them in a hot oven at 210 Celsius Degrees or 415 Fahrenheit Degrees, for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Serve with rice and lime wedges and garnish with fresh chilies or herbs if you like.

Source : Asia Books