ROASTED POMEGRANATE-MARINATED CORNISH GAME HENS WITH CIPPOLINI AND TREVISO
Steps:
- Trim excess fat in and around cavity of each hen; remove wing tips and reserve. Generously season cavity and exterior of each hen with salt and pepper. Reserving 2 tablespoons, rub hens with marinade and refrigerate, covered, for 6 hours.
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees with rack in upper 1/3 of oven. Place onions, carrots, celery, garlic, reserved wing tips and necks, thyme, and bay leaves in a large roasting pan. Position hens on top of vegetables so they are not crowded and tail ends meet in center of pan. Roast until the juices run clear in the legs when pricked with a fork, 45 to 60 minutes. During the last 10 minutes of roasting, baste hens with reserved marinade mixture.
- Remove hens from oven; let rest 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat a grill pan over high heat. Using a pastry brush, brush cut-sides of pomegranate and treviso with olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Place cut-side down on grill pan, and cook until grill marks appear.
- Transfer some of the onions and treviso to a large serving platter. Top with hens and remaining vegetables. Drizzle with about 2 tablespoons gastrique. Garnish with grilled pomegranate and treviso. Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds, if desired.
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Nenyem Jessy
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth the effort. The Cornish hens were absolutely delicious.
Tapan Basnet
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The pomegranate marinade is tangy and sweet, and the cippolini and Treviso add a nice earthy flavor.
RAGHBENDRA PRASAD RAUT
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The Cornish hens were cooked perfectly in just 30 minutes.
Myranda Jo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the Cornish hens came out dry and overcooked. Very disappointed.
Haroon Cris
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Cornish game hens, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade made all the difference.
joanne n
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The Cornish hens were juicy and tender, and the marinade was spot-on.
Ali Sheikh
[email protected]I've tried many Cornish game hen recipes and this one is by far the best. The marinade is simple to make and adds a ton of flavor.
rahat Miah
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and my guests raved about it. The Cornish hens were cooked perfectly and the marinade was amazing.
edits ps4
[email protected]This is a fantastic recipe that is perfect for a special occasion dinner. The pomegranate marinade gives the Cornish hens a unique and delicious flavor.
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[email protected]Great recipe, but I added a bit more garlic and thyme to the marinade for extra flavor.
Sulaman Khan
[email protected]Followed the recipe and the Cornish hens came out a bit dry. Not sure what went wrong.
Sultan Sultan
[email protected]Easy and flavorful! This recipe is a keeper.
Sita Pahadi
[email protected]I substituted chicken thighs for the Cornish hens and it worked out great! The marinade was especially tasty.
Kenarjhay
[email protected]The pomegranate marinade adds a unique and delicious flavor to the Cornish hens. Highly recommend trying this recipe.
Sadid Ahmad
[email protected]My first attempt at making Cornish game hens and it turned out fantastic. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Jeff Timmins
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The marinade really makes the dish. I'll definitely be making this again.
Liza sabit Deng
[email protected]I followed the recipe to a T and the results were perfect. The chicken was moist and flavorful, the marinade added a nice tang, and the cippolini and Treviso were a great accompaniment.
Henthus Franken
[email protected]This recipe has become a staple in our family's rotation. Easy to make and always delicious!
Ted Mcgough
[email protected]Roasted Cornish game hens with pomegranate marinade were a hit at our holiday dinner. The meat was juicy and tender, and the marinade imparted a wonderful flavor.