Achiote Marinated Quail with Grilled Peaches

Description:

Tender quail marinated in a flavorful achiote paste, served with sweet grilled peaches. This dish offers a beautiful blend of savory and sweet flavors, ideal for a special occasion.

Cooking Equipment Needed:

• Grill or grill pan Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring spoons and cups Tongs

Ingredients:

• 4 quail, cleaned and split
  2 tbsp achiote paste
  2 tbsp olive oil
  Juice of 1 lime
  1 tsp salt
  1/2 tsp black pepper
  2 peaches, halved and pitted

Cooking Time:

Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes (plus marinating time)

Cooking Steps:

Marinate Quail: In a bowl, whisk together achiote paste, olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add quail and toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Prep Peaches: When ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Brush peaches with a little olive oil.

Grill Quail and Peaches: Grill quail for about 10 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and slightly charred. Grill peaches cut-side down for about 5 minutes or until they have grill marks and are slightly softened.

Serve: Serve the grilled quail alongside the grilled peaches.