Grilled Cornish Hens Marinade (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender Cornish hens grilled with soy, honey, and herbs. Perfect for outdoor gatherings and flavorful meals.
# Ingredients:
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2 Cornish hens
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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3 tablespoons honey
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1 1/2 teaspoons ginger, ground
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2 tablespoons vinegar
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2 green onions, diced
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1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon pepper
# Steps:
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Remove any innards or giblets from the hens, wash them under running water, and pat dry with a paper towel.
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Place the hen backside up and cut along both sides of the backbone using poultry shears to open the hens like a book. Place the hen breast side up, press down on the breastbone to flatten, and then cut out the breastbone with the poultry shears.
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Combine soy sauce, vegetable oil, honey, ginger, vinegar, green onions, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly.
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Place the hen halves into a gallon zip bag. Pour in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Use two bags if needed. Refrigerate for 4 hours.
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Preheat the barbecue to a low-medium heat. Place the hen pieces skin side up on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes.
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Flip the hen pieces skin side down and grill for another 5 minutes. Move the hens to the top grill rack, close the lid, and increase the heat to medium-high, aiming for a grill temperature of about 350°F.
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Turn the pieces every 5 minutes until fully cooked and the juices run clear. The total grilling time is approximately 25 minutes.
# Notes:
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Make sure to fully coat the hens in marinade for even flavor.