Best 2 Asian Glazed Cornish Hens Recipes

Asian glazed cornish hens are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The crispy skin and tender meat are the result of a combination of spices and a sweet and tangy glaze. This dish is sure to impress your guests and is relatively easy to make.

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ASIAN GLAZED CORNISH HENS

Asian Glazed Cornish Hens image

A tasty, different way to prepare Cornish hens!

Provided by Pamela Class-Klas

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 9h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons honey
4 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
4 Cornish hens
kitchen twine

Steps:

Combine soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, lemon juice, garlic, black pepper, and ginger in a large resealable plastic bag. Add Cornish hens. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for 8 hours.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a metal rack and set inside a roasting pan.
Transfer hens from the plastic bag to a flat work surface; tie legs together with kitchen twine. Place hens on the prepared rack.
Pour marinade into a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
Roast hens in the preheated oven, basting occasionally with marinade, until juices run clear, about 1 hour. Cover loosely with aluminum foil. Continue roasting until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, reads 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 15 minute more.
Cover hens with aluminum foil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 654.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 302.3 mg, Fat 42 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 53.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 1342.4 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

ASIAN GLAZED CORNISH GAME HENS

Asian Glazed Cornish Game Hens image

I love this marinade but don't always want it on hens so I have substituted 4 bone-in chicken breast halves for the hens. I marinate at least 2 hours, baked at 400º for 50 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. I poured marinade over the chicken before baking and basted every once in awhile as it was baking. This recipe is adapted from the Southern Living 2000 Annual.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories Poultry

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
2 Cornish hens

Steps:

Combine first 7 ingredients in a large heavy duty zip-top plastic bag; add hens. Seal and chill 8 hours.
Remove hens from marinade, reserving marinade. Tie ends of legs together, if desired, and place on a lightly greased rack in a roasting pan. bring marinade to a boil in a small saucepan, remove from heat.
Bake hens at 400º for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until hens are done, basting occasionally with marinade. Cover hens loosely with aluminum foil after 1 hour to prevent browning, if necessary.
Remove hens from oven, and cover with foil; let stand 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.8, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 217.5, Sodium 1434.9, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 10.8, Protein 50.3

Tips:

Choose plump and tender cornish hens: Look for hens that are free-range and hormone-free for the best flavor and texture.
Prepare the hens properly: Rinse the hens inside and out, and pat them dry with paper towels. Season the hens generously with salt and pepper, inside and out.
Use a flavorful glaze: The glaze is what gives the hens their delicious flavor, so be sure to use a glaze that you love. The recipe in the article uses a simple glaze made with soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
Cook the hens until they are golden brown and cooked through: The hens should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. You can check the temperature by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the thigh.
Let the hens rest before serving: This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful hen.

Conclusion:

Asian-glazed cornish hens are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a flavorful glaze and tender meat, these hens are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook cornish hens, give this Asian-glazed recipe a try!