Quail Adobo

1. Marination:

   • Combine soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, bay leaves
   • Marinate quail 2-4 hours minimum
   • Longer marination creates deeper flavor

2. Cooking Process:

   • Brown quail in oil, remove and set aside
   • Add marinade to pan, bring to simmer
   • Return quail, cover and braise gently

3. Reduction:

   • Uncover after 30 minutes
   • Reduce sauce to syrupy consistency
   • Stir in brown sugar for balance

4. Service:

   • Serve over steamed jasmine rice
   • Spoon reduced sauce over quail
   • Garnish with scallions if desired

Flavor Balance: Perfect harmony of sweet, salty, and sour

Braised and Slow-Cooked