Flowering Plum Cornish Hens
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 80 min
Total: 95 min
Serves: 4
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Tender Cornish hens emerge from the oven bathed in a vibrant plum sauce that perfectly balances sweetness and tanginess, making them a standout dish for any gathering. The addition of zesty orange slices infuses the hens with a bright citrus aroma, while the shredded coconut on top adds a delightful crunch. This dish is not just a feast for the palate but also a visual delight, ideal for impressing guests at your next dinner party or holiday celebration.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 - Cornish Hen - Split
- 1 Tsp Seasoned Salt
- 2 Large Orange - Sliced
- 1/4 Cup Margarine - Melted
- 1/4 Cup Onion - Diced
- 1 Tsp Ginger
- 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 1/2 Tsp Mustard
- 1/3 Cup Chili Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Soya Sauce
- 6 Oz Frozen Lemonade - Thawed
- 1 Lb Purple Plums - Pureed
- 1/4 Cup Coconut - Shredded
Directions
Directions
- Sprinkle hens with seasoned salt.
- Arrange orange slices in shallow roasting pan; place hens, skin side up, over oranges.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
- Combine margarine, onion, ginger, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, chili sauce, soy sauce, lemonade and plums in saucepan; blend well.
- Simmer, stirring frequently, for 15 minutes.
- Pour plum sauce over hens.
- Bake for 20 minutes longer, basting frequently.
- Arrange hens on heated platter; top with coconut.
- Sprinkle with coconut.
Nutrition
Per serving · 4 servingsCalories
550
Fat
30 g
Saturated fat
7 g
Carbohydrates
40 g
Sugar
15 g
Fiber
2 g
Protein
35 g
Sodium
800 mg
Cholesterol
120 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 - Cornish Hen - Split
- 1 Tsp Seasoned Salt
- 2 Large Orange - Sliced
- 1/4 Cup Margarine - Melted
- 1/4 Cup Onion - Diced
- 1 Tsp Ginger
- 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 1/2 Tsp Mustard
- 1/3 Cup Chili Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Soya Sauce
- 6 Oz Frozen Lemonade - Thawed
- 1 Lb Purple Plums - Pureed
- 1/4 Cup Coconut - Shredded
