Tandoori Marinated Cornish Hens on the Rotisserie

Name: Tandoori Marinated Cornish Hens on the Rotisserie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium yellow onion, coarsely chopped; 6 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped; 1 -inch fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 teaspoon saffron threads; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 16 ounces plain yogurt, drained through a strainer lined with cheesecloth for 2 hours; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons cayenne; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper; 4 cornish hens; Thinly sliced white onion; Fresh cilantro sprigs; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

1 medium yellow onion, coarsely chopped
6 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
1 -inch fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon saffron threads
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
16 ounces plain yogurt, drained through a strainer lined with cheesecloth for 2 hours
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons cayenne
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
4 cornish hens
Thinly sliced white onion
Fresh cilantro sprigs
Lime wedges

1
Place onion, garlic, ginger, saffron, lime juice, yogurt and the remaining spices in a bowl.
2
Stir to combine.
3
Place the hens in a baking dish and rub the entire hen, including the cavity with the marinade.
4
Cover the hens and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours.
5
Preheat the grill to high.
6
Skewer the hens on the rotisserie and grill for approximately 1 1/4 hours or until cooked through.
7
Place the sliced onions in a bowl of ice water, cover and refrigerate while the hens are grilling.
8
Right before serving, remove the onions from the water and pat dry.
9
Half the hens and serve with onion slices, cilantro sprigs and lime wedges.

590

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 medium yellow onion, coarsely chopped, 6 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped, 1 -inch fresh ginger, peeled and coarsely chopped, 1 teaspoon saffron threads, and more.

Yes, Tandoori Marinated Cornish Hens on the Rotisserie falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!