Cornish Game Hens Oriental

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 3

Cornish Game Hens Oriental with a sweet and tangy flavor

by The Chefin Poultry

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

540

Sugar

43g

Fat

24g

Cornish Game Hens Oriental is a dish that combines classic American poultry with sweet and tangy flavors of Oriental cuisine. This dish is perfect for special occasions and dinner parties, as the individual portions make for an elegant presentation. Cornish game hens are smaller and leaner than regular chicken, making them a healthier option. The combination of soy sauce, orange juice concentrate, sesame oil, honey, and curry powder gives the hens a unique and delicious flavor. This dish can be served with rice and steamed vegetables to complete the Oriental experience.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2.	Rinse hens with cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Place hens in a large bowl.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, orange juice concentrate, sesame oil, honey, curry powder, and water until well combined.
4.	Pour mixture over hens and toss to coat evenly.
5.	Place hens, breast side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
6.	Roast for 15 minutes, then baste with remaining marinade and return to oven.
7.	Continue roasting for an additional 25-35 minutes, or until hens are cooked through and juices run clear.
8.	Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

The marinade gives the hens a unique and delicious flavor.

Individual servings make for an elegant presentation.

Cornish game hens are leaner and smaller than regular chicken, making them a healthier meat option.

CONS

Cornish game hens are more expensive than regular chicken, making them a pricier option.

Cooking time can be longer than expected, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cornish game hens are a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals.
They are also leaner than regular chicken and therefore lower in fat and calories.
Soy sauce and sesame oil provide some heart-healthy benefits and may help reduce inflammation in the body.

	2 -4 Cornish hens ( thawed , if frozen )
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 cup undiluted frozen orange juice concentrate
	1/4 cup sesame oil
	1/4 cup honey
	2 teaspoons curry powder ( or a little less )
	1/4 cup water