Hoisin Glazed Cornish Hen
Elevate your dinner table with the irresistible fusion of sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors found in this Hoisin Glazed Cornish Hen recipe. Perfectly roasted to golden caramelized perfection, these tender Cornish hens are infused with a mouthwatering glaze made from hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of fresh ginger and garlic. A subtle touch of citrusy orange zest and tangy rice vinegar adds depth to the glaze, creating a balanced, restaurant-quality dish. Quick to prepare and roasted to juicy perfection in under an hour, these hens are a stunning centerpiece for any dinner party or an elevated weeknight meal. Garnished with vibrant scallions and toasted sesame seeds, they not only taste incredible but also look effortlessly elegant. Pair with steamed vegetables or jasmine rice for a complete, crowd-pleasing feast. Keywords: hoisin glazed Cornish hen, roasted Cornish hen recipe, sweet and savory glaze, dinner party recipes, quick elegant meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Cornish hens
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon (grated) Fresh ginger
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 sliced (for garnish) Scallions
- 1 teaspoon (for garnish) Sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the Cornish hens dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and black pepper both inside and out.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or roasting pan over medium-high heat.
Sear the Cornish hens, breast-side down, for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and orange zest to create the glaze.
Brush the prepared hoisin glaze generously over the hens, ensuring they are well-coated. Reserve about 2 tablespoons of the glaze for basting later.
Place the skillet or roasting pan into the preheated oven. Roast the hens for 45-50 minutes, basting with the reserved glaze halfway through cooking.
The hens are done when the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the thigh, and the skin is caramelized and glazed.
Remove the hens from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before carving.
Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 1169 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 46 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
