Jerk Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Name: Jerk Cornish Game Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 Cornish game hens (about 2 pounds each); 4 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed and halved; 5 small scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths; 2 teaspoons chopped thyme; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 cup light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon dark rum; 2 tablespoons water; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

4 Cornish game hens (about 2 pounds each)
4 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed and halved
5 small scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths
2 teaspoons chopped thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon dark rum
2 tablespoons water
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1
In a blender, puree the Scotch bonnets with the scallions, thyme, garlic powder, brown sugar, soy sauce, dark rum and water. Season with 1 tablespoon of kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper.
2
Using kitchen scissors, cut out the backbone of each hen. Press down on the breasts to flatten the hens. Set them in a baking dish and coat them all over with the jerk paste. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
3
Preheat the oven to 300u00b0. Set the hens on 2 large rimmed baking sheets and bake for 45 minutes, until firm but not browned or cooked through.
4
Meanwhile, light a grill. Grill the hens over moderately high heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly charred in spots, about 20 minutes. Transfer the hens to a platter and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

145

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 Cornish game hens (about 2 pounds each), 4 Scotch bonnet or habanero chiles, stemmed and halved, 5 small scallions, cut into 2-inch lengths, 2 teaspoons chopped thyme, and more.

Yes, Jerk Cornish Game Hens 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.

Jerk Cornish Game Hens

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