Passarinhos Fritos Recipe
Quails sautéed in garlic sauce.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Quails
Clean and rinse the quails under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.
- 2
Sauté the Garlic
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Cook the Quails
Add the seasoned quails to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 4
Finish with Lemon and Parsley
Once cooked, drizzle the quails with lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Toss to combine and remove from heat.
- 5
Serve
Serve the quails hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
