Lime And Sesame Roasted Cornish Game Hens Recipe

Name: Lime And Sesame Roasted Cornish Game Hens
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Cornish hens, split in half; 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 3 garlic cloves, sliced; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 3 tablespoons lime juice; GARNISHES; toasted sesame seeds, Lime Wedges

Servings: persons

1
Place hens, breast side down in a large shallow glass dish, I use a large zip-top plastic bag.
2
Combine soy sauce, vegetable oil, garlic, sesame seeds, brown sugar, ginger and lime juice until well blended.
3
Pour marinade over hens.
4
Cover and marinate for at least 8 hours.
5
Turn occassionally or shake marinating bag.
6
Remove hens from marinade.
7
Reserve marinade and bring to a full boil in a small saucepan.
8
Set aside.
9
Place hens in a greased 13 x 9 pan breast side up.
10
Bake uncovered for 45-60 minutes or until golden brown.
11
Baste occasionally with marinade.
12
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and lime wedges.

361

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Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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: 2 Cornish hens, split in half, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 3 garlic cloves, sliced, and more.

Yes, Lime And Sesame Roasted 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.

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Lime And Sesame Roasted Cornish Game Hens

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