Marinate the quail in the turmeric and vinegar for half an hour.
Heat the oil in saucepan. Fry the quails for 2 minutes on each side. Drain the quails.
In the same oil, add the ginger and garlic and cook till a nice aroma comes.
Add the onion, shallots and chillies and saute till wilted.
Add in the tomato and cook till pulped.
Add in the powders and saute till nicely cooked and dark in shade - ensure not to boil!
Add the coconut milk and bring to boil.
Add in the quails and cook till well done and the masala is dried and well coasted.
Sprinkle in the garam masala and cook for another two minutes.
Switch off and serve warm garnished with curry leaves and coriander leaves with rice or rotis!