Meal
snack

Steamed Quail Breast with Lemongrass and Kaffir Lime Aromatics

Nutrition

224

kcal

Calories

18

g

Protein

23

g

Carbs

7

g

Fat

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Ingredients(6)

Quail, breast, meat only, raw65g
Jasmine Rice, cooked14.0 g
Fresh Bean Sprouts70g
Coconut milk (liquid expressed from grated meat)15g
Lemongrass (soda/aromatic infusion)50g
Makrut lime-leaf infused syrup15g

Instructions

1

Prepare the steam setup by bringing a pot of water to a boil with the bruised lemongrass stalks and kaffir lime leaves infusing the water.

2

Season the quail breasts lightly with a pinch of salt. Place them on a heat-proof ceramic plate that fits inside your steamer basket.

3

Arrange the bean sprouts around the quail. Drizzle the coconut milk and a small amount of the lime-leaf syrup over the quail.

4

Place the plate into the steamer, cover tightly, and steam for 6-8 minutes until the quail is opaque and tender to the touch.

5

While steaming, ensure your jasmine rice is warm and fluffy.

6

To plate, serve the steamed quail and sprouts over a small mound of jasmine rice. Spoon the aromatic steaming juices over the top for a delicate, fragrant finish.