Maple-Chile Grilled Quail

These incredibly simple quail are also delicious glazed with honey. To get the best level of spiciness, use a mixture of mild and fiery chile powders, such as ancho and chipotle, or you can use sweet and hot paprika.Plus: More Grilling Recipes and Tips

Yield:
8 1-course servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup pure maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons pure chile powder

  • 8 semi-boneless quail

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • Salt and freshly ground pepper

Directions

  1. Light a grill or preheat the broiler. In a small bowl, combine the maple syrup and chile powder. Brush the quail with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill or broil on a rimmed baking sheet until browned, about 1 minute per side. Brush the quail all over with the maple glaze and grill or broil them, breast side toward the heat, for about 2 minutes, or until the quail are well browned and just pink at the bone; serve.

Suggested Pairing

Delicate, sweet-flavored quail is best paired with a light, elegant red, such as an Oregon Pinot Noir.

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