Chef Eric Maczko shows how to de-bone a whole squab (or quail), and owners, Miles and Ryan, give it a try.
De-boning Squab (Or Quail) Step-by-Step
Step #1: Debone the wishbone and cut through the shoulder joint.
Step #2: Remove the wings.
Step #3: Remove the legs, using the tip of your knife to cut close to the breast.
Step #4: Remove the breast, working it free from the rib cage with the tip of your knife.
Step #5: Fold the breast over onto itself, skin on skin, and cut away from the rib cage.
Step #6: Fold the breast over onto itself, skin on skin, and cut away from the rib cage.
Step #7: Cook squab to medium-rare.
