Grilled Laotian Marinated Quail with Sweet Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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Tender quail marinated in a sweet and savory glaze, grilled to smoky perfection, and served as a flavorful appetizer or main dish. This Laotian-inspired barbecue recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs quail, soy sauce, fish sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Laotian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 whole, cleaned quail
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp, grated palm sugar
4, minced garlic cloves
1 small, finely chopped shallot
1/2 tsp white pepper
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh cilantro leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp grated palm sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 finely chopped small shallot, 1/2 tsp white pepper, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves and mixture is well blended.
Step 2: Place 4 whole cleaned quail in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Coat evenly, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F). Brush the grill grates with 2 tbsp vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Grill the marinated quail for 6-8 minutes per side, basting occasionally with reserved marinade, until the skin is caramelized and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves before serving warm.