Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 2 of 4 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 2 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Water | not in our table | 0 |
| Quail | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- Brine Solution:
- 5 gallons water
- 4-1/2 pounds kosher salt
- ¾ pound granulated sugar
- 4 quails
Directions
Submerge quail in brine solution for 4 hours in a refrigerator.
Remove the carcasses and allow to drain completely.
Place the drained birds in a smoker preheated to 165, without added moisture.
When surfaces of birds are dry, add moisture and cook for one hour.
Increase temperature to 19 and cook for an additional hour.
Remove from smoker and enjoy.
Can be frozen.