"Mango-Tamarind Glazed Cornish Hen is a delectable fusion dish that tantalizes the palate with its sweet and tangy glaze, enveloping tender, succulent poultry for a unique and flavorful dining experience."
Mango-Tamarind Glazed Cornish Hen
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Prep time: 1hr
Cook time: 30mins
Serves or Makes: 2
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ingredients
- 2 whole Cornish hens
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup mango nectar
- 2 tablespoons tamarind paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 juiced lime
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
Method
Step 1
Preheat Oven and Prepare Hens: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Pat the Cornish hens dry with paper towels. Season inside and out with salt and pepper. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the hens and rub it in to coat evenly.
Step 2
Make the Mango-Tamarind Glaze: In a saucepan, combine the mango nectar, tamarind paste, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat slightly, and cook until the mixture cooks down and thickens, about 20-25 minutes. Stir in lime juice and season with salt to taste to finish. Let the glaze cool down a bit before applying it to the hens.
Step 3
Glaze the Hens: Arrange the Cornish hens in a roasting pan. Brush the hens with half of the mango-tamarind glaze, covering all sides as best you can.
Step 4
Roast the Hens: Roast in the preheated oven for 60 minutes. Baste with additional glaze once more, halfway through cooking, reserving just a bit for serving.
Step 5
Rest and Serve: Remove the hens from the oven and let them rest for about 5 minutes. Garnish with the remaining glaze with chopped green onions before serving.