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Male vent area showing foam (left) and female vent
QUAIL FOR THE EATING
A niche market for quail eggs exists in the cities of the world. If you can meet san-
itation requirements, which vary from state to state, many bars and pubs will buy
pickled quail eggs, a delicacy enjoyed by many cultures. Butchered quail still have a
loyal following and can make an elegant meal when stuffed and baked.
One of the first meals I made for my wife when we were dating was quail with
sage stuffing and potato salad made from seven kinds of rare and colorful heirloom
potatoes. I used small boiled quail eggs to decorate the top of the salad. You can also
dye the quail eggs with food coloring or pickled beet juice and use them to enhance a
