MOROCCAN-STYLE CORNISH HENS WITH COUSCOUS
Couscous with onions and raisins and seasoned with cumin delivers many levels of flavor with rich little Cornish hens, massaged with spices. How many birds you need for four guests will be determined by their size (the birds' and perhaps the guests', too). Whether you grill or roast them depends on your mood, your kitchen and the weather. The couscous could even be stuffing for smaller hens, one per person, roasted at 375 degrees for about 50 minutes.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix 3 tablespoons of the oil with the paprika, 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Rub inside surfaces of hens with 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice, then smear them, inside and out, with the spice paste. Set aside 1 hour.
- Sauté onions in remaining oil in a skillet over medium heat until golden. Stir in raisins and remaining cumin and cook until onions are lightly browned. Fold in cooked couscous and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat grill or heat oven to 375 degrees. If grilling, sear hens on the skin side over medium heat, then turn them over, basting a couple of times with remaining lemon juice, until cooked through, about 35 minutes. If using oven, roast hen halves skin side up in a roasting pan until cooked through, 35 to 40 minutes, basting a couple of times with remaining lemon juice.
- Reheat couscous, fold in cilantro, and mound on a platter. Arrange hen halves around couscous and serve hot or warm.
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Catlynn
[email protected]This dish is a winner! The hens were juicy and tender, and the couscous was light and flavorful. The spices were well-balanced and complemented the hens perfectly. A great recipe for a special occasion!
Zeeshan Klasra
[email protected]Delicious! The hens were cooked to perfection and the couscous was fluffy and well-seasoned. The spices added a wonderful depth of flavor. A real treat!
Tsega Negera
[email protected]Amazing dish! The hens were tender and juicy, and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The spices were perfectly balanced, creating a delightful culinary experience. Highly recommend!
timmis
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any home cook. The hens were succulent and flavorful, and the couscous was cooked to perfection. The combination of spices was divine. Highly recommended!
Xander Chain
[email protected]I had a great time making this dish. It was a bit challenging, but the end result was worth it. The hens were juicy and flavorful, and the couscous was light and fluffy. Definitely a dish to impress your guests!
Aleksandra Krauze
[email protected]This dish was a hit! The hens were tender and flavorful, and the couscous was fluffy and delicious. The spices were well-balanced, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Definitely a keeper!
Ammar Ashraf
[email protected]I followed the recipe to a T, and the results were fantastic. The hens were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The couscous was flavorful and perfectly cooked. My family loved it!
Apolauvin Muyanja
[email protected]This recipe was a game-changer! The hens were cooked to perfection, and the couscous was so fluffy. The flavors were out of this world. Definitely going to make this again!
Joyce Dunn
[email protected]Wow! This dish was an explosion of flavors. The hens were tender and juicy, while the couscous was light and fluffy. The combination of spices was spot-on, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. Highly recommended!
Romello Thomas
[email protected]This Moroccan-style Cornish hens with couscous was a delightful culinary journey. The hens were succulent and flavorful, with a perfect balance of spices. The couscous was fluffy and complemented the hens beautifully. A true feast for the senses!