Fried Orange Quail Eggs

INGREDIENTS

• 15 quail eggs
• 1.5 cups flour
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• Red or orange food coloring
• Salt and black pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

1. Place quail eggs in a pot filled with enough water to submerge them completely. Bring water to a boil over high heat, then cook with the lid on for 10 minutes. Drain and let the eggs cool down.
2. Combine flour, cornstarch, and garlic powder together to make the batter. Season to taste and add the food coloring.
3. Peel the eggs, then coat them thoroughly with the batter one by one.
4. Heat the oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium heat. Deep-fry the floured eggs in batches for 1-2 minutes, then transfer them to a plate lined with parchment paper to absorb excess oil. Repeat until all the eggs are cooked.
5. Serve hot with vinegar or spicy chili sauces.