The squab are cooked and eaten as a delicacy. They are roasted, boiled, stewed, and braised. The squabs may be grilled, fried, or broiled. They are even used in soups and stews. The squabs have a mild flavor. The texture of the squabs is firm and meaty. They are high in fat, with 60 to 70 percent as saturated fat. The squabs contain high levels of cholesterol and sodium.