Stewed quail
TASTIER RECIPES

- Quail
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1 onion
- 1 ripe tomato
- 2 carrots
- 1 glass of red wine
- 1 sprig of thyme
- Flour
- Salt
- Beef broth
- Season the quail with salt and pepper and lightly coat them in flour. This step will help thicken the sauce during cooking.
- Sear the quail in a wide casserole dish with a little oil, browning them well on all sides. Once seared, remove them and set them aside.
- Prepare the sofrito in the same casserole dish. Gently sauté the garlic, onion, and carrots for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the peeled and seeded tomato and cook the mixture for about 20 minutes, ensuring you obtain a well-combined sofrito, the essential base of the stew.
- Pour in the red wine and let it reduce until the alcohol has completely evaporated.
- Add the herbs, return the quail to the casserole dish, and cover with beef stock. If you don't have homemade stock, use a bouillon cube. Simmer for 30–40 minutes, checking the quail for tenderness.
- Remove the quail once they are tender and blend the sauce if you prefer a smoother texture (optional). Strain the sauce and return the quail to the pan before serving.
Nutrition & well-being
QUAIL
Nutritional Properties and Health Benefits
Quail is a very nutritious food. Its meat is rich in protein, low in fat, and provides B vitamins, iron, and zinc. It is easy to digest and good for the muscular and immune systems.
