Albert'S Game Hens

Prep: 360 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Asian

Tender Cornish game hens marinated in a savory soy-ginger marinade, then fried to golden perfection and brushed with honey for a delightful, flavorful dish perfect for special occasions.

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Ingredients

  • 2 to 4 Cornish game hens, quartered
  • 3/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup sherry
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 4 green onions, finely chopped
  • oil for frying
  • honey

Instructions

  1. Mix soy sauce, sherry, ground ginger, and finely chopped green onions in a baking dish.
  2. Marinate the quartered game hens in the mixture for at least 6 hours, turning occasionally.
  3. In a skillet with medium hot oil, fry the game hens until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  4. Remove the game hen pieces and drain.
  5. Place the fried game hens in a dish and brush with honey before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

437 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.4g 21% DV
Total Fat 27.2g 35% DV
Carbs 42.3g 15% DV
Fiber 4.4g 16% DV
Sugar 22.3g 45% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1732.5mg 75% DV
Potassium 586.3mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 26.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 18mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 5.2mg 6% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 55.5mg 4% DV
Iron 5.7mg 32% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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