Cornish game hens in spicy oil
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2
Soak the quails in cold water mixed with salt and sugar (using 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of sugar per 1 liter of water). Leave in a cool place for 2–3 hours.
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Step 3
Mix the softened butter with all the spices and honey. Stir well.
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Step 4
Transfer the aromatic oil into a small bag or onto plastic wrap, shape into a sausage-like roll, and refrigerate.
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Step 5
Dry the quail with paper towels.
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Step 6
Cut the solidified butter into slices. Place a few butter slices under the skin of the quails' breasts, and generously spread the remaining slices over the entire surface and inside. Place the quails in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for 40 minutes. Then remove the foil, baste the quail bodies with the juices from the pan, and bake for another 20–30 minutes until golden brown on top and fully cooked through.
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Step 7
Cornish hens are ready! Serve hot and