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Grilled Quail
Serves 8

1 jalapeno, roasted, stem, skin and seeds removed
1 poblano, roasted, stem, skin and seeds removed
1 pound butter, cut into pieces
1/2 bunch cilantro, leaves only
juice of 3 limes
salt
3 semi-bonless quail
freshly ground black pepper

Preheat grill to 350 degrees.  Puree first 5 ingredients in a food
processor or blender until smooth.  Add salt to taste and set aside.
Sprinkle quail liberally with salt and pepper on all sides, then
rub thoroughly with chile butter and allow to sit for 10 to 12
minutes.  Cook quail until grill marks appear and birds are
medium-rare, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.  For medium, add another
minute on the firest side.  Baste with chile butter while cooking.
Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.  Garnish plates with
cilantro sprigs.

Printable version: grilled-quail.txt.