BBQ Quail with Honey-mustard Dressing

BBQ Quail with Honey-mustard Dressing

serves - 4 - 8

Preparation time - 20 minutes

Cooking Time - 30 minutes

Ingredients

8 Quails, split and backbone removed
2 litres Chicken Stock
8 fresh Thyme sprigs
8 fresh Rosemary sprigs
2 Limes, zested
Olive Oil
Sea Salt
fresh Ground Black Pepper

for Dressing

6 tablespoons Honey
1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon Grained Mustard
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
1 tablespoon Sesame Oil

Method

1. Bring the chicken stock to the boil.

2. Clean the quail, and pat dry.

3. Place the quail in the boiling stock, and return quickly to the boil - cook for 2 -5 minutes.

4. Drain and dry the quail and stuff with the herbs and lime zest.

5. Brush with oil and season well.

6. Cook on a medium BBQ grill for 7-10 minutes, turning regularly.

7. Place the cooked quail in a warmed serving dish, pour over the dressing, and leave to stand for 5 minutes before serving.

DRESSING: Whisk all the ingredients together.