Jul 14 2026
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Garlic & Butter Quail | Chim Cút Chiên Bơ Recipe

Inspired by Pho Viet
Time40m
Serves4

Make Garlic & Butter Quail | Chim Cút Chiên Bơ Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Quail

    Clean the quail thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with paper towels and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Garlic

    Peel the garlic cloves and finely chop them. Set aside for later use.

  3. 3

    Melt Butter

    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Ensure it does not brown.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Season the Quail

    In a bowl, season the quail with salt, black pepper, and half of the chopped garlic. Ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.

  2. 5

    Cook the Quail

    In a large skillet, heat the melted butter over medium heat. Once hot, place the seasoned quail in the skillet, breast side down. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.

  3. 6

    Add Garlic

    After the quail has browned, flip them over and add the remaining chopped garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, basting the quail with the garlic butter.

  4. 7

    Finish Cooking

    Cook the quail until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate the Dish

    Transfer the cooked quail to a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining garlic butter from the skillet over the quail.

  2. 9

    Garnish

    Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the quail for garnish. If using, squeeze fresh lemon juice and sprinkle chili flakes over the top before serving.

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