Categories: Game Meats- Dove

Ingredients

• 15 mourning dove breasts
• 1/2 cup yellow mustard
• 2 Tbsp. agave nectar
• 1 oz. tequila
• 2-4 habanero chiles
• 2 Tbsp. minced ginger
• 1 tsp. minced garlic
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 Tbsp. curry powder
• 1 Tbsp. coriander
• 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
• 2 Tbsp. Mexican oregano
• 2 Tbsp. black pepper
• 2 Tbsp. kosher salt
• 1 lime
• 4 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Brine dove breasts 8-12 hours in light saltwater.

2. Pour off brine, pat dry doves and place in large bowl.

3. Prepare medium- hot grill.

4. Combine remaining ingredients except lime and cilantro in blender or food processor. Pour over doves to coat.

5. Grill doves 4 minutes per side or until medium-rare (125 degrees with meat thermometer). Remove and cool 3 minutes. Squeeze lime over doves in large bowl; toss with cilantro. Serve immediately.

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