Grilled Quails

Directions

1. 1
   Lay each quail breast side down.
2. 2
   Cut along one side of the backbone, then along the other side and remove the bone.
3. 3
   Open out the bird and turn it over.
4. 4
   Cut the wing and leg joints just enough to pull them a little apart, then press down hard with the palm of your hand to flatten the bird.
5. 5
   Place the quails on a sheet of foil on an oven tray.
6. 6
   Rub them with the olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   Cook the birds under a preheated broiler for about 8 minutes, turning them over once.
8. 8
   Serve sprinkled with the chopped parsley.