Louisiana Two Birds Recipe
Chicken Fried Quail Breast, Boudin Stuffed Quail, Brussels, Glazed Carrots, Creole Cane Syrup Gastrique
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Ingredients
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Quail Preparation
Vegetable Sides
Gastrique
Method
Quail Preparation
- 1
Prepare Quail Breasts
Soak the quail breasts in buttermilk for at least 2 hours to tenderize. After soaking, season with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Stuff Whole Quail
Stuff each whole quail with boudin sausage, ensuring they are filled but not overstuffed. Secure openings with kitchen twine.
- 3
- 4
Fry Quail
Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the coated quail breasts until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Vegetable Sides
- 5
Prepare Brussels Sprouts
Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts. Blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes, then sauté in butter until golden.
- 6
Gastrique
- 7
Make the Gastrique
In a small saucepan, combine Creole cane syrup, apple cider vinegar, and water. Simmer over low heat until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

