Five Spice Grilled Quail

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My husband loves grilled quail and this is the recipe he uses. I prefer to marinate 8 hours. When cooking game birds, the juices will be slightly pink when thoroughly cooked.

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Steps

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To make the marinade: in a small bowl , mix together all the marinated ingredients.

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Put the quail in a large heavy-duty plastic zip-top bag.

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Pour in the marinade.

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Press the air out of the bag and seal tightly.

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Shake gently to distribute the marinade.

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Refrigerate 1-8 hours and turn occasionally.

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Take the quail out of the bag and throw away marinade.

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Pat quail dry with paper towels.

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Lightly brush the quail with vegetable oil.

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In a small bowl , add all the seasoning blend ingredients.

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Stir to combine.

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Sprinkle seasoning blend over quail.

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Grill with breast side down over indirect medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until the juices are slightly pink.

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Ingredients

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quail, vegetable oil, dry sherry, soy sauce, light brown sugar, five-spice powder, dried thyme, kosher salt, black pepper