MOROCCAN-STYLE CORNISH GAME HENS

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Categories     Fruit     Garlic     Herb     Olive     Bake     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large orange, thinly sliced
2 Cornish game hens, cut lengthwise in half
6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 cup tawny Port
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
20 whole pitted dates
10 large pitted green olives

Steps:

  • Arrange orange slices in bottom of 9x13-inch glass baking dish. Top with game hens. Mix 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped garlic and 1 1/4 teaspoons cumin in bowl. Rub mixture all over hens. Whisk tawny Port, oil, vinegar and honey in small bowl. Pour over hens. Tuck dates and olives between hens. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 12 hours or overnight, turning hens once.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Turn hens skin side up. Bake hens with marinade, dates and olives until hens are cooked through, basting occasionally, about 40 minutes. Transfer hens, dates and olives to platter; discard orange slices. Pour pan juices into heavy small saucepan. Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin and boil until reduced to 1/2 cup, whisking frequently, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon some sauce over hens. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro. Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.

jahirul kobir
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This is the worst recipe I've ever tried! The chicken was dry and tough, and the sauce was flavorless. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Ephia Empress
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This recipe was too complicated and time-consuming. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who doesn't have a lot of experience cooking.


Abishek Yadav
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I followed the recipe exactly, but the chicken didn't come out cooked all the way through. I had to put it back in the oven for an extra 15 minutes.


Munim Ahmed
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Overall, this was a good recipe. The chicken was tender and juicy, but the sauce was a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.


Honey Khaan7
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The chicken was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try this recipe again and make sure to cook the chicken for a shorter amount of time.


NGY Artists
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but otherwise it was very good. The chicken was cooked well and the sauce was flavorful.


Bakir Hossen
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but it turned out to be a pleasant surprise! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.


kiru harry
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nabeel aslam
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was tender and succulent, and the sauce was flavorful and aromatic. My family loved it!


Gracie Goad
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The Cornish game hens turned out perfectly! The crispy skin and juicy meat were cooked to perfection. The flavors were well-balanced, with a nice blend of spices.


S joyia
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was incredibly rich and complex. I'll definitely be making this again.