Grilled Mediterranean Cornish Game Hens
At a Glance
- Total
- 27 min
- Servings
- 4.00 serving(s)
Categories
- Main Course
- Mediterranean
- Grilling
Servings & Nutrition
Original recipe serves 4. Current scale: 1x.
Nutrition and servings are approximate based on the ingredient list. Please verify for dietary or medical needs.
This recipe for Grilled Mediterranean Cornish Game Hens brings together 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon garlic powder in a practical dish for home cooking. It takes about 27 min to prepare and cook. It makes approximately 4 servings.
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Equipment
Small bowl, barbecue grill, kitchen shears
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 (1 1/2 lb) Cornish hens, halved, backbone removed with kitchen shears
- lemon wedge
Instructions
Mix spices in a small bowl.
Rub all over hens and grill immediately, or cover airtight and refrigerate up to 24 hours.
Heat barbecue grill.
Place hens, skin side down, 4 to 6 inches above heat source.
Grill 20 to 30 minutes, turning once, until meat is opaque near the bone and juices run clear when thigh is pierced.
Serve with lemon wedges.
Enjoy!
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