Name: Authentic Perdiu a la Cendra (Partridge in Ashes) from Andorra
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 180 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Andorra
Ingredients: 4 whole partridges (about 1 lb / 450g each), cleaned and dressed; 8 large fresh vine leaves (or substitute with grape leaves if unavailable); 4 cloves garlic, peeled and lightly crushed; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 bay leaves; 1 lemon, quartered; 1 cup (240 ml) dry white wine; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon (5 g) coarse sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 g) freshly ground black pepper; 2 lbs (900 g) coarse sea salt or coarse sand (for cooking medium); 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered (optional, for serving)

Perdiu a la Cendra Andorra

Partridge slow-cooked in ashes, a traditional method preserving moisture and flavor.

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