Broiled, Flattened Cornish Game Hen Cooked in Southern Style
Got a hankering for a tasty, fried Cornish Game Hen? Here's a scrumptious recipe that you're bound to love!
Ingredients (Adapted for Your Preferences)
- 1 Cornish Hen
- 1/2 cup Frank's Hot Sauce
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1/2 tablespoon Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning (or your favorite Cajun seasoning)
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic salt
- Ground black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Optional add-ons: garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Hen: Spatchcock the hen by removing the back and breastbones, flattening it out. No worries if you're unsure of the process, this video can help.
- Pour the hot sauce over the spatchcocked hen and marinate it in a plastic zip-lock bag for 1 hour to overnight, chilled in the refrigerator.
- Heat enough oil in a large, heavy pan to cover half the hen, keeping the oil temperature at 350°F (175°C). Leave plenty of room in the pan so the oil doesn't overflow.
- In a large tray, mix together the flour and seasonings. Remove the hen from the marinade, allowing excess sauce to drain off. Dredge both sides of the hen in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Carefully lower the hen into the heated oil and fry until it's golden brown (approximately 7-10 minutes, depending on size). Flip the hen over to cook the other side.
- Once the skin has reached a beautiful golden brown color, remove it from the oil and let it drain on paper towels for a few moments before serving.
Enjoy your delectable, fried Cornish Game Hen! For added flavor, consider seasoning the hen with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper (to taste) before frying. Bon appétit!
Spatchcock turkeys can also be marinated and fried for a unique twist on a classic dish, using your preferred ingredients and seasonings. A nutritional chart for the spatchcocked turkey, including calories, fats, and protein counts, would provide valuable insight for those mindful of their diet. Unfortunately, if the spatchcock process is not executed carefully, it might result in ruined turkey recipes.
