Steamed Cornish Hens
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 55 min
Serves: 4
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Tender and succulent, these Cornish hens are transformed from simple to sensational with a steaming process that locks in moisture and flavor. After a brief fry to achieve a golden, crispy exterior, they are elegantly drizzled with a zesty lemon-pineapple sauce that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. Ideal for a special family dinner or a cozy gathering with friends, this dish is sure to impress anyone who appreciates a delightful twist on classic poultry. Enjoy the delicious combination of textures and flavors that make every bite a celebration!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 - Cornish Hen
- 2 Cups Milk
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 - Garlic Salt
- 1 - Monosodium Glutamate
- 1 - Egg - Beaten
- 3 Cups Salad Oil
- 1/2 Cup Butter - Melted
- 1 Tsp Cornstarch
- 1 Tsp Lemon Rind - Grated
- 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice
- 1/3 Cup Pineapple Syrup
- 2 Tbsp Onion - Chopped
- 2 Tsp Soya Sauce
Directions
Directions
- Arrange hens on rack in Dutch oven or heavy saucepan.
- Add milk; cover tightly.
- Steam over low heat for 30 minutes; remove from heat.
- Drain well; cool.
- Sprinkle hens with salt.
- Combine flour with 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic salt and 1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate; blend well.
- Roll hens in egg; coat with flour mixture.
- Heat oil in heavy saucepan or deep fat fryer to 300 degrees.
- Brown hens slightly in oil; drain.
- Arrange on platter; keep warm.
- Combine butter with cornstarch in saucepan; stir in lemon rind, lemon juice, pineapple syrup, chopped onion, soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon monosodium glutamate and 1 teaspoon garlic salt.
- Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Serve with hens.
Nutrition
Per serving · 4 servingsCalories
650
Fat
45 g
Saturated fat
15 g
Carbohydrates
30 g
Sugar
5 g
Fiber
1 g
Protein
35 g
Sodium
800 mg
Cholesterol
150 mg
Estimated values for general guidance only — not medical or dietary advice.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 - Cornish Hen
- 2 Cups Milk
- 1 - Salt - To Taste
- 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 1 - Garlic Salt
- 1 - Monosodium Glutamate
- 1 - Egg - Beaten
- 3 Cups Salad Oil
- 1/2 Cup Butter - Melted
- 1 Tsp Cornstarch
- 1 Tsp Lemon Rind - Grated
- 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice
- 1/3 Cup Pineapple Syrup
- 2 Tbsp Onion - Chopped
- 2 Tsp Soya Sauce
