Quail (Little Birds)

Growing up, this was one of my very favorite meals. My mom would make "Little Birds" and we would eat the bones clean. The meat was so delicious! And it drives mother crazy if anyone leaves any meat on the bones. This precious meat is not to be wasted! -- Stacy

Ingredients:

Quail
Vinha de Alhos (Portuguese Marinade)
Garlic
Vinegar
Paprika

Instructions:

Split quail in half. Marinate in vinha de alhos. Spray the grill and spray the birds. Grill.

To make gravy for birds: Strain marinade. Spray/oil pan and fry it. Add garlic. When smoke barely begins, add 1/2 T vinegar in 1/2 cup water (estimate). Bring to a quick boil and simmer. Check taste by dipping small bits of bread. Add paprika for color.

Notes:

This, like all Portuguese meals, is best served with bread.