Spice-Rubbed Poussins Recipe

Name: Spice-Rubbed Poussins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small shallot, minced; 2 teaspoons chopped thyme; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 1 teaspoon curry powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt; Four 1-pound poussins, backbones and wing tips removed; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

1 small shallot, minced
2 teaspoons chopped thyme
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
Four 1-pound poussins, backbones and wing tips removed
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1
In a bowl, combine the shallot, thyme, paprika, curry, ginger, nutmeg, white pepper and cloves.
2
Stir in the oil and season with a large pinch of salt.
3
Set the poussins on a rimmed baking sheet, breast side up; press down to flatten the birds.
4
Spread the spice paste all over, then refrigerate overnight.
5
Preheat the oven to 425.
6
In a small saucepan, boil the white wine, garlic, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce over high heat until reduced by a third, about 5 minutes.
7
Season the poussins with salt and roast for 10 minutes.
8
Increase the oven temperature to 450 and baste the poussins with the wine mixture.
9
Roast for about 20 minutes longer, basting 3 more times with the wine mixture, until the birds are nicely browned and the inner thigh juices run clear.
10
Let the poussins rest for 10 minutes, then serve.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small shallot, minced, 2 teaspoons chopped thyme, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 1 teaspoon curry powder, and more.

Yes, Spice-Rubbed Poussins 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.

Spice-Rubbed Poussins

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