Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
20 piece

dove breasts

boned, skinned, and split

0.5 cup

olive oil

1 tsp

dry mustard

0.5 tsp

curry powder

0.25 tsp

celery salt

0.25 tsp

garlic salt

0.25 tsp

onion salt

1 cup

water

1 unit

orange juice

1 unit

lemon juice

1 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

Step 1
~6 min

Dip each dove breast half in olive oil.

Step 2
~6 min

Place the olive oil-coated dove breasts in a shallow roasting pan.

Key Technique: Roasting
Step 3
~6 min

Sprinkle the dove breasts evenly with dry mustard, curry powder, celery salt, garlic salt, and onion salt.

Step 4
~6 min

Add water to the pan.

Step 5
~6 min

Cover the pan with aluminum foil.

Step 6
~6 min

Bake at 275°F (135°C) for 30 minutes.

Step 7
~6 min

Uncover the pan.

Step 8
~6 min

Add orange juice, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce to the pan.

Step 9
~6 min

Bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the dove is tender.

Step 10
~6 min

Serve hot or cold on a wooden pick.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the dove breasts for at least 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor.

Serve with wild rice or roasted vegetables.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or wild rice pilaf.

Garnish with fresh parsley or thyme.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted root vegetables
Wild rice pilaf
Citrus salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Traditionally a game dish in the South.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday gatherings
Special occasions

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Holiday Dinner

Popularity Score

60/100

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