Butterfly Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Name: Butterfly Cornish Game Hens Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 x Cornish game hens, about 1 1/3 pounds each; 4 x shallots sliced; 2 x garlic cloves, sliced; 1 Tbsp. grnd coriander; 3 x to 7 fresh warm red chilies, seeded, sliced; 1/2 piece fresh ginger, sliced; 1/4 tsp grnd turmeric; 1 x salt to taste; 2 Tbsp. lime juice; 2 c. coconut lowfat milk; 2 stalk lemon grass or possibly 1 slice lemon

Servings: persons

2 x Cornish game hens, about 1 1/3 pounds each
4 x shallots sliced
2 x garlic cloves, sliced
1 Tbsp. grnd coriander
3 x to 7 fresh warm red chilies, seeded, sliced
1/2 piece fresh ginger, sliced
1/4 tsp grnd turmeric
1 x salt to taste
2 Tbsp. lime juice
2 c. coconut lowfat milk
2 stalk lemon grass or possibly 1 slice lemon

1
Split open the game hens from the breast side and flatten them out into a butterfly shape.
2
Throw away loose skin and fat.
3
Broil the hens for 3 min on each side.
4
Process the shallots, garlic, coriander, chili, ginger, turmeric, salt, lime juice and 1/2 c. of the coconut lowfat milk to a smooth sauce.
5
Marinate the hens in the sauce for 15 min.
6
Put the hens in a large skillet and cook over moderate heat for 10 min uncovered.
7
Then add in the remaining coconut lowfat milk and the lemon grass.
8
Bring to a boil and cook for 30 min, basting occasionally, till the hens are tender and almost all the liquid has evaporated.
9
Serve hot.

218

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 x Cornish game hens, about 1 1/3 pounds each, 4 x shallots sliced, 2 x garlic cloves, sliced, 1 Tbsp. grnd coriander, and more.

Yes, Butterfly Cornish Game Hens Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!