Name: Roasted Quail Recipe with Herbed Pomegranate Molasses Marinade
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 4 quails
Cuisine: American, Jordanian, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Palestinian, World

Roasted Quail Recipe with Herbed Pomegranate Molasses Marinade

October 18th, 2015 By: Riwa Saied

This quail recipe is not only delicious but also versatile. You can experiment with different marinades and side dishes. For a complete meal, consider pairing the roasted quail with a refreshing side salad or some roasted vegetables. The herbed pomegranate molasses marinade gives a unique sweetness and depth of flavor that complements the tender quail perfectly. If you are hosting a dinner party or preparing a special family meal, this roasted quail recipe will be a standout dish. The simplicity of preparation combined with the impressive presentation makes it a go-to choice for any occasion.

If you like this recipe, try our Stuffed Chicken with Meat and Rice.

Ingredients

Quails - 4
Herbed Pomegranate Molasses Marinade
Vegetable oil - 4 tablespoons
Pomegranate Molasses - 2 1/2 tablespoons
Dried Mint - 1 teaspoon
Zataar - 2 teaspoons
Dried Chili - 1/2 teaspoon
Salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

Step 1
Prepare the Quails: Clean the quail by washing with water and salt. Rub the quail with half a lemon juice and then wash again with water. Do not cut the quail. Make sure quail cavity is cleaned also. Pat the quail dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Prepare the marinade: Mix the herbed pomegranate molasses marinade ingredients in a deep bowl together. Add the quails to the marinade bowl and rub quail with marinade. Cover bowl and let quail sit in marinade for 30 minutes in fridge.
Step 3
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 4
Prepare for Roasting: Line a roasting pan with a large piece of aluminum foil. The foil should be large enough to cover the quails completely. Place the quails on the foil and tie their legs together with kitchen string.
Step 5
Roast the Quails: Pour the remaining marinade over the quails. Fold the edges of the foil over the quails to loosely cover them. Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the quails are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6
Finish and Serve: Carefully remove the quails from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish. Garnish with pomegranate fruit if desired. Serve hot with your choice of sides. Hope you enjoy the quail recipe!

Tip

Garnish these beauties with seeds of one pomegranate surrouding the quails.

Roasted Quail Recipe with Herbed Pomegranate Molasses Marinade