Grilled Oriental Cornish Hens Recipe

  Chinese Fowl

Ingredients:
3 (1 1/2 lbs. each) Cornish hens, split in half lengthwise

Marinade:
2 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
2 medium cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced ginger root

Directions:
In large shallow glass baking dish, combine marinade ingredients. Add hen halves; coat on both sides. Cover with plastic wrap; marinate in refrigerator at least 3 hours, or overnight, turning hens occasionally.

Prepare outdoor grill for barbecue. Drain marinade from hens; reserve. Using Direct Method*, cook hens, 6 inches from heat, 35 minutes, or until tender, turning often and basting frequently with reserved marinade.
Makes 6 servings.
Direct Method: (ideal for searing shops, steaks and burgers):Place food over the hottest part of the fire.

Grilled Oriental Cornish Hens
 

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