Caribbean Game Hens

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 0
Caribbean Game Hens with black pepper, lime, and rum glaze
in Poultry

Prep

20 min

Cook

17 min

Ready In

37 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 rock cornish hens , halved
2 tablespoons crushed black peppercorns
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 cup white rum
2 tablespoons honey
2 teaspoons finely grated lime rind
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 cloves garlic , crushed
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
322
Sugar
10g
Fat
17g
Caribbean Game Hens are a popular dish in the Caribbean and Latin America, with variations across different countries. This version combines traditional Caribbean spices and flavors, such as black pepper, coriander, and rum, to create a mouth-watering dish that is perfect for any occasion. The rock Cornish hens are butterflied, which allows for even cooking and makes the dish easy to handle on the grill. Serve with your favorite sides or enjoy on its own!

Instructions

1.Preheat the grill to high heat.
2.In a small bowl, combine crushed black peppercorns and ground coriander. Set aside.
3.In another small bowl, combine white rum, honey, lime rind, lime juice, crushed garlic, and grated ginger. Whisk together.
4.Rinse the hens and pat dry with paper towels. Halve each hen.
5.Rub the spice mixture on both sides of the hens.
6.Place the hens on the grill, skin side up, and cook for 10-12 minutes.
7.Brush some of the rum glaze on the skin side of the hens. Flip the hens and cook, skin side down, for an additional 5 minutes.
8.Brush glaze on the other side of the hens.
9.Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This dish is bursting with flavor! The black pepper, lime, and rum glaze gives the hens a sweet and tangy taste.

It’s easy to prepare and cook, perfect for weeknight dinners or summer barbecues.

CONS

Rock Cornish Hens are not widely available in some areas, which may limit the accessibility of the recipe.

The recipe requires some preparation and grill skills.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is relatively low in calories and high in protein.
It’s also a good source of niacin, vitamin B6, and phosphorus, which are important for maintaining a healthy metabolism, nervous system, and strong bones.

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