Baked Garlic Quail

4 quail

4 cloves garlic, crushed

¼ cup (60ml) sambal oelek

2 tbsp. honey

2 tbsp. soy sauce

2 tsp. brown sugar

2 tbsp. vegetable oil

• Cut quails in half lengthways.

• Combine garlic, sambal, honey, soy sauce, sugar and oil in large bowl.

• Add quail; mix well.

• Cover and refrigerate 10 minutes.

• Drain quail over a medium bowl; reserve marinade.

• Place quail or wire rack over a baking dish; brush with reserved marinade.

• Bake, uncovered, in a moderate oven for 15 minutes.

• Increase temperature to hot.

• Bake further for 10 minutes or until quail are crisp and cooked through.

• Serves 4.