Squab (pigeon)

Small game or a domestic bird with dark tender slightly sweetish meat almost without fat, for frying and roasting whole, grilling and braising in wine.

Squab (pigeon) is small game or a domestic bird with dark, tender, slightly sweetish meat with a light liver note, almost fat-free, quick to cook. The birds are fried and roasted whole until pinkish inside, grilled, braised in wine, stuffed, the breast served pink, and a strong stock and sauces are made from the carcasses and giblets; a classic of French and Moroccan (pastilla) cuisine.

Calories, proteins, fats and carbohydrates per 100 g of product

Squab (pigeon), Raw: Calories 142.0 kcal, Proteins 17.5 grams, Fats 7.5 grams, Carbohydrates 0.0 grams per 100 g of product.

Calories142.0 kcal

Proteins17.5 grams

Fats7.5 grams

Carbohydrates0.0 grams

Data: USDA FoodData Central

Recipes with this ingredient

Glazed DovesAuthor's cuisine | Main courses

Glazed pigeons are an exquisite dish of author cuisine, embodying a balance of sweetness, tartness, and rich meat flavor. This culinary masterpiece combines crispy potato hash, tender pigeon meat infused with maple syrup aroma, and refreshing cherry tartness. The cherry vinaigrette subtly highlights the sweet-and-sour notes, completing the composition. A poached egg adds a creamy texture, tying all elements together. This dish recalls the traditions of French gastronomy, where birds are often prepared with fruit sauces. Such a combination makes it ideal for a festive dinner or romantic evening.