Butterflied Cornish Hens Rubbed with Lemon Garlic Butter

1. 1

   Prepare a wood or charcoal fire and let it burn down to embers.

2. 2

   In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the lemon juice to a boil and reduce to the consistency of honey.

3. 3

   Set aside In a food processor, blend the lemon syrup and garlic with the butter and season to taste with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Reserve.

5. 5

   Brush the hens with olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground pepper.

6. 6

   Sprinkle with the ancho chile powder and grill skin side down over medium low heat, covered, for 15 minutes.

7. 7

   The skin should be brown and crispy.

8. 8

   Turn the hens over and cook an additional 5 minuets or until done.

9. 9

   Remove from the grill and rub them generously with the room temperature Lemon Garlic Butter.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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