Recipes
Pan-Seared Quail with Herb and Lemon Butter
This recipe uses simple ingredients like fresh herbs and lemon to enhance the natural flavor of quail, creating a dish that is both elegant and timeless.
Quail, prized for its tender meat and subtle flavor, has been a culinary delicacy for centuries, often served in festive or special occasions. This recipe uses simple ingredients like fresh herbs and lemon to enhance the natural flavor of quail, creating a dish that is both elegant and timeless. Perfect for a celebratory dinner or a quiet evening of indulgence.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 quail, butterflied
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (garden-grown)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (garden-grown)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season quail with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear quail for 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove quail and reduce heat to low. Add butter, lemon juice, thyme, and parsley to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Return quail to the skillet and spoon the herb butter over the meat. Serve immediately.