Spit-roasted Game Birds

== Desription ==
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
* Source: Marlboro Country Cookbook
* Makes 12 servings
== Ingredients ==
* 2 cans (12 oz. each) beer
* ½ cup vegetable or olive oil
* 4 serrano peppers, seeded and finely chopped
* 4 cloves garlic, crushed
* 1 tsp dried pepper flakes
* 2 limes, thinly sliced
* 4 tbsp soy sauce
* 4 tsp margarita salt
* 4 game hens or squab
* 2 pheasants or small chickens
* 8 quail
== Directions ==
# Combine beer, oil, peppers, garlic, pepper flakes, lime, soy sauce and salt.
# Put cleaned, washed and dried birds in 1 or 2 large heavy plastic food bags.
# Pour in marinade and seal bags.
# Turn and shake until birds are coated with marinade.
# Refrigerate several yours or overnight, turning bag occasionally.
# Remove birds from marinade and position them on a turning spit.
# Tie legs and wings close to body to keep from overcooking.
# Roast in a covered grill over medium hot coals or in a 350°F oven.
# Small birds will take about 30 minutes; larger birds 1 to 1½ hours.
# Baste every 5 minutes.
# Test doneness by pricking with a fork between thigh and body to see if juices run clear. 
Category:Cathy's Recipes
Category:Recipes using beer
Category:Serrano pepper Recipes
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Category:Pheasant Recipes
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