Squab with Herb Sauce (Gilmore Girls-Inspired)
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In the spirit of Gilmore Girls’ lavish dinners (e.g., Season 1’s upscale vibes), this squab recipe delivers tender, roasted young pigeons with a fragrant herb sauce, evoking Emily’s flair for the dramatic. Squab’s rich, gamey flavor pairs with a parsley-thyme sauce, perfect for a Stars Hollow-worthy feast.
Prep
20m
Cook
30m
| Category: | Poultry |
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Ingredients
For
4
Serving(s)
For the Squab
| 4 1lb each squab, cleaned |
| 2 Tablespoons olive oil |
| 1 teaspoon kosher salt |
| teaspoon black pepper |
| 1 teaspoon smoked paprika |
| 4 sprigs fresh thyme |
| 4 cloves garlic, mashed |
For the Herb Sauce
| 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped |
| 2 Tablespoons Fresh Thyme leaves |
| 1 clove garlic |
| 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard |
| 1/4 cup olive oil |
| 2 Tablespoons lemon juice |
| 1 Tablespoon capers, chopped |
| salt & pepper - to taste |
For Serving
| roasted red baby potatoes |
| steamed asparagus |
| lemon wedges |
Squab with Herb Sauce (Gilmore Girls-Inspired) Directions
- Prep Squab: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat squabs dry; rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stuff each cavity with 1 thyme sprig and 1 garlic clove.
- Roast: Place squabs breast-side up in a roasting pan. Roast 25-30 min until internal temp reaches 160°F (71°C) and skin is golden. Rest 5 min.
- Make Herb Sauce: In a bowl, whisk parsley, thyme, garlic, mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, and capers. Season with salt/pepper. Adjust with more lemon if needed.
- Serve: Plate each squab with a drizzle of herb sauce, alongside potatoes and asparagus. Garnish with lemon wedges for a zesty kick.
Nutrition facts
Serving size 1 whole squab gluten free lactose free
Per Serving
| Kcal: | 460 kcal |
| Fibers (g): | 0.5g |
| Sodium (mg): | 480mg |
| Carbs: | 2g |
| Sugar (g): | 0.5g |
| Fat: | 36g |
| Saturated fat (g): | 9g |
| Cholesterol: | 110mg |
| Proteins: | 28g |
