Cornish Hens with Rum
Yield
2 servingsPrep
30 minCook
25 minReady
55 minLow Fat, Fat-Free, Low in Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Cholesterol-Free, Trans-fat Free
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | each |
cornish game hens
cut in half lengthwise wash hens and pat dry. |
*
|
| 2 | tablespoons |
dark rum
|
|
| 1 | each |
lime juice
(1 lime) |
*
|
| 1 ½ | tablespoons |
honey
|
|
| 1 | each |
garlic cloves
crushed |
|
| ⅛ | teaspoon |
salt
|
|
| 1 | tablespoon |
coriander seeds
|
|
| ½ | teaspoon |
black peppercorns
|
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | each |
cornish game hens
cut in half lengthwise wash hens and pat dry. |
*
|
| 3E+1 | ml |
dark rum
|
|
| 1 | each |
lime juice
(1 lime) |
*
|
| 23 | ml |
honey
|
|
| 1 | each |
garlic cloves
crushed |
|
| 0.6 | ml |
salt
|
|
| 15 | ml |
coriander seeds
|
|
| 2.5 | ml |
black peppercorns
|
|
Directions
Mix together rum, lime juice, honey, garlic, and salt.
Rub mixture all over hens and marinate at least 30 minutes.
Coarsely crush coriander seeds and peppercorns together with a mortar and pestle.
Remove hens from marinade, reserving the marinade.
Press crushed coriander seeds and peppercorns into skin side of hens.
Grill over hot coals for 20 to 25 minutes, turning frequently and basting with reserved marinade.
