Add enough water to a saucepan or pot to fully submerge the eggs.

Bring the water to a boil over high heat.

Once boiling, place the quail eggs in a single layer, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook the eggs for 4 minutes.

While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with cold water and ice cubes.

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the eggs to the ice bath to cool rapidly.

Let the eggs sit in the ice bath for at least 2 minutes before peeling.