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Grilled Lemon-Garlic Jumbo Quail

Grilled Lemon-Garlic Jumbo Quail

Perfect for: A quick summer meal or appetizer.

Ingredients:

  • 4 jumbo Coturnix quail (spatchcocked)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Combine lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Marinate quail for 1–2 hours (refrigerated).
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high. Oil the grates lightly.
  4. Grill quail skin-side down for ~4–5 minutes, flip, and cook another 4–5 minutes.
  5. Rest briefly and serve with a side of rice, grilled veggies, or salad.